Keywords: E commerce


Shein moves closer to major Hong Kong IPO targeting up to $3 billion

Fast-fashion giant Shein is moving closer to launching one of the largest initial public offerings (IPOs) in Hong Kong in recent years, with reports indicating the company aims to raise between $2 billion and $3 billion through its planned stock market debut. According to market sources, the company......

South Korean court suspends regulator’s designation of Coupang founder as controlling shareholder

A South Korean court has temporarily suspended a decision by the country's Fair Trade Commission (FTC) to designate Coupang founder Kim Bom as the company's controlling entity, marking a significant development in an ongoing legal dispute over corporate governance. The ruling by the Seoul High......

Morocco introduces new tax registration rules for foreign digital service providers

Morocco has introduced a new tax framework requiring foreign companies that provide digital services to customers in the Kingdom to register with the national tax administration and declare their taxable activities through a dedicated online platform. The measure applies to non-resident businesses that......

Shein executive chairman Donald Tang prepares to step down as Hong Kong IPO approaches

Global fast-fashion retailer Shein is preparing for a major leadership transition as Executive Chairman Donald Tang is expected to step down from his current role while the company's long-awaited initial public offering enters its final stages, according to people familiar with the matter. The move......

Shopify orders merchants to remove vape products from online stores

E-commerce platform Shopify has instructed merchants using its online storefront services to remove vape products from their websites, signaling a significant tightening of its marketplace policies following mounting regulatory scrutiny in the United States. The company confirmed on Friday that it had......

Shein receives China approval for Hong Kong IPO after failed New York and London plans

Chinese online fast-fashion giant Shein has received approval from Chinese regulators to proceed with a long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong, marking a major step toward a potential stock market debut after previous attempts in other financial centres failed. The China Securities......

U.S. House Committee alleges South Korea discriminated against coupang in interim report

A U.S. House Judiciary Committee interim report has accused South Korean authorities of systematically discriminating against U.S.-listed e-commerce company Coupang, alleging that regulatory scrutiny intensified following a data breach at the company in 2025. The report argues that the treatment of......

France suspends 2-euro charge on low-value packages as EU fee kicks in

France is temporarily withdrawing its national fee on low-value parcels imported from outside the European Union as Brussels prepares to introduce a harmonized charging system later this year. The move reflects a broader effort to streamline customs oversight while reshaping the regulatory environment......

Nykaa targets over $5 billion in goods sold by fiscal year 2030

Indian beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa has set an ambitious long-term growth target, aiming to surpass $5 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) by the fiscal year 2030 as it continues to expand its presence in the fast-growing personal care and lifestyle market. The company, which has built a strong......