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CCPA fines e-commerce firms over unauthorised sale of walkie-talkies
BusinessLine· 2026-01-16 10:41
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has initiated suo motu action against e-commerce platforms for listing and selling unauthorised walkie-talkies in violation of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 and telecom laws. Final orders were issued against eight entities and penalities of about ₹44 lakh were imposed.Notices were issued to 13 e-commerce entities — Chimiya, JioMart, Talk Pro, Meesho, MaskMan Toys, TradeIndia, Antriksh Technologies, Vardaanmart, IndiaMart, Meta Platforms Inc (Facebook Mark ...
CCPA fines Meta, Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho Rs 10 lakh each for illegal walkie-talkie sales
The Economic Times· 2026-01-16 04:28
Notices were issued to 13 ecommerce entities -- Chimiya, JioMart, Talk Pro, The CCPA found that platforms were facilitating the sale of Personal Mobile Radios (PMRs) operating outside the license-exempt frequency band, without Equipment Type Approval (ETA) certification or proper disclosure of licensing requirements. Penalties of Rs 10 lakh and Rs 1 lakh imposed The authority imposed penalties of Rs 10 lakh each on Meesho, Meta Platforms Inc. (Facebook Marketplace), Flipkart, and Amazon, and Rs 1 lakh ea ...
CPNG INVESTOR ALERT: Hagens Berman Investigating Claims in Pending Coupang, Inc. (CPNG) Suit Over Data Breach
Globenewswire· 2026-01-15 21:34
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National shareholder rights firm Hagens Berman is notifying investors in Coupang, Inc. (NYSE: CPNG) that the lead plaintiff deadline in pending securities class action litigation against the company and certain executives is February 17, 2026. The firm is examining the alleged claims that Coupang misled investors by misrepresenting the propriety of its cybersecurity protocols and controls and concealing a breach that purportedly allowed a former employee to a ...
Options Corner: Chewy Stock Could Be Unreasonably Mispriced Following An Extended Downturn - Chewy (NYSE:CHWY)
Benzinga· 2026-01-15 21:01
Chewy Inc (NYSE:CHWY) on paper represents one of the most relevant publicly traded companies available right now. Report after report demonstrates that Americans love their pets, thereby creating tangible shifts in the broader care ecosystem. Not only that, a vast majority of U.S. dog and cat owners consider their furry friends as family members.Unfortunately, CHWY stock just hasn't been getting the memo. While the market has been treating the equity well today, over the trailing year, it's down 13%. In the ...
279模式如何驱动自动裂变?7人成团,永久分红
Sou Hu Cai Jing· 2026-01-15 15:26
适用于电商平台、社交电商、会员制商城、分销型消费平台等需要用户裂变、团队激励与持续分润的商业场景。旨在通过结构化推荐与团队奖励机制,提升 用户活跃度、促进消费复购、增强团队稳定性。 成组后永久享受平台总业绩2%平均分红。 上下级、左右团队可互助完成成团目标,提升成团效率。 用户直接推荐2人即可成组,享受平台永久业绩分红。 推荐收益采用"20%-80%"循环模式: 第一单推荐收益20% 第二单推荐收益80% 第三单20%,第四单80%,依此循环。 用户需构建7人团队(含直接与间接推荐)方可成团。 成团后享受: 平台永久业绩额外2%分红 推荐人收益的10%作为额外分红 成团后额外享受平台总业绩2%分红。 上级未推荐的用户可"滑落"至下级,形成团队结构。 1. 用户裂变动力不足 2. 通过"成组即分红、成团再奖励"的阶梯式目标,激发用户持续推广。 3. 团队稳定性差 4. 永久分红机制与滑落帮扶设计,增强团队粘性与协作意愿。 5. 推荐收益不透明 6. 分润规则明确、可计算,每笔收益来源清晰,增强信任感。 7. "一锤子买卖"式推广 8. 通过复购持续分润,激励用户维护下游消费行为。 1. 阶梯目标激励 2. "两 ...
Chewy Stock: Is the Pet E-Commerce Leader Built for the Long Run?
The Motley Fool· 2026-01-15 08:25
Company Overview - Chewy operates in the pet supply e-commerce market, which is currently valued at approximately $152 billion annually in the U.S. and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6% through 2028, reaching $192 billion [3] - The company has a market capitalization of $13 billion and reported net sales of $3.12 billion in Q3 2025, reflecting an 8.3% year-over-year increase [5][6] Competitive Landscape - Chewy faces intense competition from major retailers like Amazon and Walmart, which dominate the online pet supply market, with Amazon capturing nearly 50% of e-commerce sales, Chewy at 41%, and Walmart at 33% [4] - The business environment is characterized by thin margins, with Chewy's gross margin at 28.58% and net margin at 1.9%, which, while improved from the previous year, remain lower compared to Amazon's gross margin of around 50% [5][6] Customer Loyalty and Business Model - Chewy has established a strong customer loyalty base, with high ratings for convenience and service, exemplified by personalized customer interactions [2] - The Autoship program is a significant contributor to Chewy's revenue, accounting for 84% of net sales in Q3 2025, providing predictability in cash flow and enhancing customer retention [7] Future Prospects - Chewy is expanding its offerings into pet insurance, veterinary telehealth, and pet prescriptions, which are expected to strengthen its margins further [6] - The company needs to expand its market presence beyond the U.S. and continue innovating to maintain competitiveness against larger rivals [8]
3 Companies Enjoying Snowballing Sales Growth
ZACKS· 2026-01-14 17:15
Key Takeaways Strong sales growth is key for share outperformance.PLTR, HOOD, and W are all seeing favorable top-line trends. The outlook for each remains favorable, underpinned by positive revisions. Revenue growth is the foundation of profits. Strong top-line trends enable companies to scale, operate more efficiently, reinvest in the business, and steadily build shareholder value.In recent months, several companies – Wayfair (W) , Robinhood (HOOD) , and Palantir (PLTR) – have reported quarterly results sh ...
Coupang, Inc. (CPNG) Facing Securities Class Action Amid Massive Data Breach, Questions About Timely Disclosure, Executive Departure - Hagens Berman
Prnewswire· 2026-01-14 16:51
CPNG Investors with Losses Encouraged to Contact Hagens Berman SAN FRANCISCO , Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- National shareholder rights firm Hagens Berman is notifying investors in Coupang, Inc. (NYSE: CPNG) that a second securities class action has been filed expanding the Class Period and seeks to represent investors who purchased Coupang securities between May 7, 2025 and December 16, 2025. The Lead Plaintiff Deadline remains February 17, 2026. The firm is investigating the propriety of Coupang's statem ...
As Wayfair Launches New AI Shopping Features, Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold W Stock?
Yahoo Finance· 2026-01-14 16:19
Wayfair (W) is making a major bet on artificial intelligence to transform how consumers shop for home goods. Yesterday, it announced its role as a foundational partner in the development of Google's (GOOG) (GOOGL) Universal Commerce Protocol. The open standard aims to create seamless interactions between AI agents and retail platforms, potentially reshaping the entire e-commerce landscape. The home furnishings retailer revealed that it co-developed this protocol with Google, which will soon power a new c ...
Walmart's Closing the Amazon Online Sales Gap
PYMNTS.com· 2026-01-14 09:00
Core Insights - Walmart's online business is evolving rapidly, focusing on changing the retail landscape rather than merely closing the gap with Amazon [1][2] Market Share and Growth - Amazon holds over 56% of total U.S. online retail spending as of Q3 2025, while Walmart's share is at 9.6% [8] - Walmart's eCommerce sales grew by 27.2% year over year in Q3 2025, significantly outpacing Amazon's growth rate of 9.6% [8] - Since Q1 2022, Walmart's online sales have surged by 115.6%, compared to Amazon's 63.2% growth during the same period [8] Category Dynamics - Amazon dominates discretionary segments like books and electronics, with online shares exceeding 60% and sometimes reaching over 75% [4] - Walmart's strength lies in the food and beverage sector, where it holds a significant advantage, controlling a larger share of online grocery spending compared to Amazon's 14% [5] Consumer Behavior and Strategy - Walmart's online sales now represent about 20% of its total U.S. business, nearly doubling since early 2022 [3][4] - The growth pattern for Walmart is steadier, focusing on everyday needs, which allows for better integration of online shopping into routine consumer behavior [6] Economic and Logistical Factors - Walmart leverages its extensive store network to reduce delivery costs and enhance speed, contrasting with Amazon's reliance on scale and logistics density [7] - The competitive landscape indicates stable leadership but increasing pressure, with Walmart redefining its market approach [9]