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Prime Day 2022: Amazon Performance Analysis

The results are in. Prime Day 2022 has come and gone, and it’s time to take a look at the numbers. US Prime Day Performance  According to Adobe Digital Economy Index data, this year’s event (held July 12–13) produced a record-breaking $11.9 billion in US online spend

The Ultimate Amazon SEO Guide

Your Amazon search engine optimization (SEO) strategy can make or break your content. Luckily, we’re here to help you navigate the basics so you can make your keywords work smarter, not harder.   Does SEO matter on Amazon? YES! With new sellers and products being added to the

Amazon vs. Walmart DSP

As Walmart scales upward in an attempt to challenge Amazon’s eCommerce supremacy, they’ve released a powerful DSP (Demand-Side Platform) service. Using the data already available from their extensive customer base, Walmart is well positioned for incredible growth potential in the coming years (Walmart’s Ad business

Amazon 101: Amazon Badges

If you’ve ever shopped on Amazon, it's likely you’ve noticed (and even bought) a product with an Amazon badge. From Best Seller, Amazon’s Choice, Sponsored, to Featured from our brands, there’s a wealth of markings that make it easy for customers to find what they’re

The Rise of Digital Marketplaces

With Prime Day right around the corner (July 12-13), Amazon still dominates the eCommerce world thanks to its incredible reach and deep pockets. However, just as Netflix seemed to rule streaming until there were 40 other providers, a whole spectrum of digital marketplaces cropped up

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Fast Facts: How Amazon Stacks Against the D2C Model

With the Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) model on the rapid rise for many companies such as Warby Parker, Allbirds, FIGS, and plenty of other smaller brands, you might be wondering if it’s the right direction for your business.While many of our brand partners choose an omnichannel approach

Recovering 5 Years Worth of Lost Amazon Funds

If you’re a seasoned vendor on Amazon, it’s likely (yet unfortunate) that you’ve been overbilled. Whether you are privy to this information or not, we have a way to help you get your money back.  Macarta has partnered with e-commerce finance veterans to help brands recoup

Fast Facts: Amazon & the Movie Industry

Tinsel-town has turned its attention to streaming — Warner Brothers and Discovery have completed a $43B merger and Amazon has snatched up MGM Studios for $8.5B. So, what's the deal? Has streaming completely changed the movie industry forever? Yes, and… The competition is stiffer than

Hot Sale 2022: What You Need to Know

If you’re looking to expand into Mexico’s rapidly growing eCommerce market, then you need to know about Hot Sale. Hot Sale is an annual 9-day sales event in Mexico where brands across many categories offer discounts and special promotions. This year, Hot Sale will take

Fast Facts: The Amazon Pet Care Business

Happy International Pet Month from our furry friends to yours! This year, pet owners aren’t the only ones celebrating… Amazon is showing its animal-love by kicking off May with Pet Day (which was yesterday ICYMI) — the company’s inaugural 24-hour sales event that offers deals and

Why You Need to Sell on Amazon Brazil, ASAP

COVID changed the way we do business the world over — and nowhere else has felt a shift as much as Latin America. Beginning in 2020, LatAm eCommerce has been growing at an exponential rate, turning the young market into a dynamic and flourishing one. Amazon

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How to Boost Sales on Amazon Using TikTok

TikTok (and its audiences) are bigger than ever. Love it or hate it, its influence is hard to ignore.  As the #1 downloaded app in 2021 with over 1 billion users, TikTok has become essential for brands looking to connect with customers directly. The looping, endless

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Amazon’s Response to the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

On March 8th, Amazon announced that it would be suspending the majority of its services in both Belarus and the Russian Federation, joining a long list of companies that have taken dramatic measures in light of the egregious invasion of Ukraine. This suspension entails: Denial of retail

Amazon 101: How to Create an Amazon Brand Story

A Brand Story we created for one of our clients, Kodiak boots. What is an Amazon Brand Story?  Available for both Amazon sellers and vendors, a Brand Story is a complementary marketing feature similar to A+ content. Located just above the A+ on the product detail page