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France imposes tiered fees on ultra-fast fashion to curb cheap imports
business1 month ago

France imposes tiered fees on ultra-fast fashion to curb cheap imports

France has introduced a new levy on ultra-fast fashion items, effective immediately, to address environmental and economic concerns. The fees, which vary by garment type and repairability, could reach nearly €20 per item by 2030. The measure targets major e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu but excludes traditional European retailers. China has criticized the law as discriminatory, while industry critics argue it will increase costs for consumers.

via BBC|
#business#fast-fashion#france
Shein’s Hong Kong IPO Valuation Collapses to $26 Billion Amid Tariff and Labor Scrutiny
business1 month ago

Shein’s Hong Kong IPO Valuation Collapses to $26 Billion Amid Tariff and Labor Scrutiny

Shein is set to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on October 13, 2026, at a valuation of approximately $26 billion. This represents a 70% drop from its 2022 peak of $98.2 billion. The company seeks to raise $1.7 billion but faces significant headwinds, including a $99 million first-quarter loss, the removal of US and EU tariff exemptions, and intense competition from rival Temu.

via CNN|
#business#fast-fashion#hong-kong-ipo
France Enacts Groundbreaking Law to Curb Ultra-Fast Fashion
business3 months ago

France Enacts Groundbreaking Law to Curb Ultra-Fast Fashion

France's Parliament definitively approved a law to curb ultra-fast fashion by imposing per-item penalties that rise over time, banning advertising and influencer promotions for ultra-fast-fashion brands, and requiring messages encouraging moderation, reuse, and repair. The measure targets platforms like Shein and Temu, with penalties up to 20 euros per item by 2030 and capped at 50% of the product’s pre-tax price, and now awaits promulgation amid EU compliance questions.

via FashionNetwork - The World's Fashion Business News|
#business#fashion-regulation#france
EU Slaps Temu With €200 Million Fine Over Illegal Goods on Marketplace
business4 months ago

EU Slaps Temu With €200 Million Fine Over Illegal Goods on Marketplace

The European Commission fined Temu €200 million ($232 million) for failing to prevent the sale of illegal products on its platform, citing a high risk for EU consumers to encounter items like baby toys in violation of the Digital Services Act. Regulators said Temu’s 2024 risk assessment was inaccurate and that its compliance measures were inadequate; Temu says it is strengthening governance and disagrees with the decision. Temu has until August 2026 to present an action plan addressing illegal product sales, with the EC able to levy fines up to 6% of global revenue if unsatisfactory. The case follows Europe’s earlier penalty on X, and a July start of a €3 flat fee on ecommerce parcels under €150 could further affect Temu’s EU business.

via Engadget|
#business#digital-services-act#eu
YouTuber Tests Temu’s Refurbished Consoles, Finds Mixed Quality Across Four Machines
technology9 months ago

YouTuber Tests Temu’s Refurbished Consoles, Finds Mixed Quality Across Four Machines

An Oregon shopper’s four Temu-purchased consoles—Nintendo Switch Lite, Switch OLED, PlayStation 5, and an N64—were tested by YouTuber TronicsFix. Results showed mixed quality: the Switch Lite looked nearly new but likely wasn’t a true refurb, the N64 was dirty and modified, the Switch OLED appeared used rather than refurbished, and the PS5 was functional but dirty inside; overall, all four worked, suggesting Temu’s “refurbished” listings often mean used and reset rather than professionally serviced.

via supercarblondie.com|
#nintendo-switch-lite#nintendo-switch-oled#playstation-5
Man Tests Temu Replacement Part to Fix Broken iPhone
technology11 months ago

Man Tests Temu Replacement Part to Fix Broken iPhone

A YouTuber tested a $23 Temu replacement screen for an iPhone XR, finding that while it powered on and responded to touch, the display quality was poor and not worth the low cost, highlighting the risks of cheap electronics repairs. Other Temu electronics experiments have had mixed results, emphasizing the unpredictability of bargain-basement tech.

via supercarblondie.com|
#bargain-electronics#diy-repair#iphone-repair
Teenager Undergoes Surgery After Swallowing Up to 200 Magnets from Temu
health1 year ago

Teenager Undergoes Surgery After Swallowing Up to 200 Magnets from Temu

A 13-year-old boy in New Zealand required surgery after ingesting 80-100 small magnets bought from Temu, which caused serious intestinal damage. The case highlights the dangers of high-powered magnets for children and raises concerns about online marketplaces selling hazardous toys, despite regulations and safety standards. Temu stated it is reviewing the matter and cannot verify if the magnets were purchased from their platform.

via Gizmodo|
#child-safety#health#magnet-ingestion
PDD Holdings Surges Despite Margin Pressures and Tariff Challenges
business1 year ago

PDD Holdings Surges Despite Margin Pressures and Tariff Challenges

PDD Holdings' stock experienced volatility after reporting quarterly earnings significantly above expectations, driven by strong revenue and earnings, but concerns over U.S. tariffs and sluggish Chinese consumer demand continue to weigh on the stock. The company's adjusted earnings per share rose, but sales growth slowed amid intense competition and economic challenges in China.

via Barron's|
#business#earnings#pdd-holdings
PDD's Q2 Revenue Growth Boosts Temu Parent Stock
business1 year ago

PDD's Q2 Revenue Growth Boosts Temu Parent Stock

PDD Holdings, the parent of Temu, saw its stock rally over 3% after reporting stronger-than-expected Q2 revenue of 103.98 billion yuan, despite a slight decline in earnings. The company's growth has slowed but remains positive, with a 31% increase in stock value this year. Challenges include sluggish domestic consumer spending and new import tariffs affecting Temu, but the company continues to focus on long-term value creation.

via Investor's Business Daily|
#business#e-commerce#pdd-holdings