Core Insights - The core viewpoint of the articles is that the recent 618 shopping festival on Tmall has undergone significant changes in promotional strategies, moving from complex discount mechanisms to simpler direct discounts, reflecting a shift in the e-commerce platform's growth logic and focus on quality over quantity [2][10][11]. Group 1: Changes in Promotional Strategies - Tmall has simplified its promotional approach by eliminating the long-standing cross-store discounts in favor of direct reductions and no-threshold coupons, making it easier for consumers to understand discounts without complex calculations [2][8]. - The new strategy has resulted in a 10% increase in gross merchandise volume (GMV) after refunds, marking the largest growth in three years, with 453 brands achieving over 100 million in sales, a 24% year-on-year increase [2][10]. - The shift to direct discounts has led to a significant reduction in return rates, as consumers are more satisfied with the straightforward pricing [6][10]. Group 2: Focus on Quality Growth - Tmall's strategy emphasizes supporting high-quality original brands, aiming for sustainable growth rather than engaging in price wars, which is a new consensus in the e-commerce industry [11][13]. - The platform has introduced various support programs for different types of merchants, including tailored plans for high-growth brands and initiatives for emerging brands to enhance their market presence [13][15]. - The focus on quality growth is reflected in the increase of 88VIP members to over 50 million, with brand membership growing by 15% and a significantly higher average spending per customer compared to the industry average [20]. Group 3: Brand Innovation and Consumer Engagement - Brands participating in the 618 festival have reported substantial sales growth, with some achieving over 200% year-on-year increases, indicating that the new promotional strategies have effectively attracted more consumers [10][15]. - Tmall has also enhanced its collaboration with social media platforms like Xiaohongshu to improve brand visibility and conversion rates, indicating a strategic move towards integrated marketing [15][20]. - The emphasis on innovation is evident as brands are encouraged to iterate on products based on consumer feedback, with Tmall providing resources to support new product launches, resulting in a 90% increase in the number of "super new products" launched during the festival [21][23].

据天猫公布，今年618全周期， 购买用户数出现同比双位数增长。 一个多月前，当天猫宣布今年618的促销策略时，很多行业内人士都非常惊讶。 天猫开启了简化促销活动的新思路，沿用多年的"满减"被"立减"代替，需要凑金额的大额优惠券也被新的"9折无门槛券"代替。 每年都要算的"数学题"没了，消费者就像在2009年的第一次双11那样，直面一个全场都直接打折的大促。品牌商家也能从中受益，不用再面对凑单导致的额 外退货率。 但这同时也意味着，受凑单带动的GMV没有了，平台和商家要直面更硬核的增长挑战。 从去年下半年开始，无论是卷价格还是卷流量，"内卷式竞争"都已然走到尽头。必须开始重新提升商品的品质、商家经营的效率，已经成了电商乃至整个消 费行业的共识。 但那些导致"内卷"局面出现的挑战并没有原地消失。消费市场投资回潮缓慢，面向消费需求的大量产能亟待升级，买方市场持续存在，消费者依然理性并关 注获得感和体验。行业头部平台必须尽快拿出能够应对这些挑战，重塑电商消费市场的新方案。 大促的机制变化往往具有风向标意义。平台能够尝试跨度如此之大的调整，意味着其背后已经出现了一整套新的商业逻辑。 今年年初，天猫给出了一组带有取舍意味 ...