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Significant Rise in Average Marketplace Deductibles Amid Policy Changes

The average deductible for Marketplace plans surged by 37% from 2025 to 2026, reflecting a trend towards higher-deductible options as enhanced tax credits came to an end.

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Shopify's Remarkable Growth Since Its IPO

Since going public, Shopify has achieved a remarkable compound annual growth rate exceeding 40%, highlighting its strong position in the e-commerce market.

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Briefing: WTO talks end in stalemate over e-commerce

Strategic angle: The US and Brazil accused each other of blocking an agreement over taxes on international online trade.

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Briefing: EU Targets Small Parcels from Chinese E-commerce Sites

Strategic angle: New regulations will hold non-European platforms accountable for products entering the EU, with taxes starting in July.

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Briefing: Man Shops For Used Cars On Facebook Marketplace. Then He Realizes The New Settings Are A Game-Changer

Strategic angle: 'I wish we had this feature on Zillow.'

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Briefing: MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI) Positioned for E-commerce Growth Despite Downgrade on Competition Concerns

Strategic angle: MercadoLibre Inc. shows potential for e-commerce expansion despite facing a downgrade due to rising competition.

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Cost Concerns and Coverage Changes: A Follow-Up Survey of ACA Marketplace Enrollees

This KFF survey examines the cost concerns and coverage changes experienced by ACA Marketplace enrollees in 2025 following the expiration of enhanced benefits.

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Briefing: E-commerce Drives 40% Spike In Lithium-Ion Cargo Incidents

Strategic angle: A significant rise in cargo incidents linked to lithium-ion batteries has been observed, attributed to the surge in e-commerce.

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Briefing: China’s answer to Amazon launches rival European ecommerce service

Strategic angle: JD.com will launch service under its Joybuy brand after previously trying to crack the market in 2022.

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Briefing: Klaviyo, Shopify deepen product integration

Strategic angle: Klaviyo and Shopify enhance their collaboration to improve e-commerce solutions.