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Amazon Sellers Face 3.5% Fuel Surcharge Starting April 17 as Iran War Drives Up Delivery Costs

Amazon Sellers Face 3.5% Fuel Surcharge Starting April 17 as Iran War Drives Up Delivery Costs

Amazon will add a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge to U.S. and Canadian fulfillment fees for many third-party sellers starting April 17, citing surging energy costs as Brent crude neared $110 a barrel. The fee, averaging 17 cents per unit, applies to Fulfillment by Amazon and related services. USPS, FedEx, and UPS have also raised surcharges. Amazon last imposed a similar fee in 2022.
6 April 2026
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Walmart’s Flipkart returns to India, clearing the way for IPO

Walmart’s Flipkart returns to India, clearing the way for IPO

Flipkart has shifted its holding company from Singapore to India, completing its redomiciliation ahead of a potential local IPO. The move positions Walmart, which bought Flipkart for $16 billion in 2018, to unlock value in India, where Flipkart and PhonePe compete for market share. PhonePe handled nearly 10 billion UPI transactions in January. India’s IPO market has slowed this year, with five listings by late February.
10 March 2026
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Tesco PLC Tests 24/7 Royal Mail Parcel Lockers at UK Stores as Convenience Race Intensifies

Tesco PLC Tests 24/7 Royal Mail Parcel Lockers at UK Stores as Convenience Race Intensifies

Tesco has begun a six-month trial of Royal Mail parcel lockers outside selected UK stores, offering 24/7 parcel services. The trial covers sites in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Barrow, Burnham-on-Sea, Bury, Cullompton, Horwich, March, and Preston. Tesco’s market share rose to 28.7% in the 12 weeks to Feb. 22, according to Worldpanel data. Sainsbury’s and Co-op have also announced Royal Mail locker partnerships.
10 March 2026
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MercadoLibre stock drifts after earnings hit; MELI traders focus on margins and credit costs

MercadoLibre stock drifts after earnings hit; MELI traders focus on margins and credit costs

MercadoLibre shares fell 0.7% to about $1,755 in Thursday afternoon trading after a sharp drop following a fourth-quarter profit miss. Net revenue rose 45% to $8.8 billion, but operating margin slipped to 10.1% as spending on shipping and credit expansion increased. Net income reached $559 million. Investors remain focused on margin stability and credit risk.
26 February 2026
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Etsy stock jumps on Depop sale and fresh upgrade — what to watch before Monday

Etsy stock jumps on Depop sale and fresh upgrade — what to watch before Monday

Etsy shares closed up 8.5% at $52.18 Friday after announcing the $1.2 billion sale of Depop to eBay and receiving a Barclays upgrade. Fourth-quarter revenue missed estimates at $881.6 million, with marketplace sales down 1%. The company forecast a first-quarter GMS drop to $2.38–$2.43 billion. Investors weighed margin hopes against a softer sales outlook.
21 February 2026
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Etsy stock rises again as Depop sale and outlook keep traders in the name

Etsy stock rises again as Depop sale and outlook keep traders in the name

Etsy shares rose 3.6% to $49.85 early Friday, extending gains after announcing a $1.2 billion cash sale of Depop to eBay and reporting fourth-quarter revenue of $881.6 million. The company guided first-quarter gross merchandise sales between $2.38 billion and $2.43 billion. Investors are watching demand trends and the Depop deal timeline. The sale is expected to close in the second quarter, pending regulatory approval.
20 February 2026
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Shopify stock stirs buy-the-dip talk as $2B buyback meets AI disruption fears

Shopify stock stirs buy-the-dip talk as $2B buyback meets AI disruption fears

Shopify will launch a $2 billion share buyback on Feb. 17 after reporting Q4 revenue up 31% to $3.67 billion and GMV of $123.84 billion. Stifel cut its price target and kept Hold, while D.A. Davidson reiterated Buy. Shares last traded near $112.70, still below 2025 highs. Wall Street remains split on whether AI-driven “agentic commerce” will boost or bypass Shopify’s core business.
15 February 2026
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Shopify stock price bounces, but investors keep one eye on margins and the Feb. 17 buyback start

Shopify stock price bounces, but investors keep one eye on margins and the Feb. 17 buyback start

Shopify shares rose 1.6% to $112.40 Friday after two days of steep losses, following news its $2 billion buyback program will start Feb. 17. The company missed earnings estimates due to spending on AI and expansion, and its cash-flow margin outlook unsettled investors. Fourth-quarter revenue grew 31% to $3.672 billion. TD Cowen upgraded the stock to “Buy” after the pullback.
13 February 2026
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Shopify shares jump premarket after Q4 revenue beat and $2B buyback: what to know

Shopify shares jump premarket after Q4 revenue beat and $2B buyback: what to know

Shopify reported fourth-quarter revenue of $3.67 billion, up 31%, and gross merchandise volume of $123.8 billion. The company forecast first-quarter revenue growth in the low-thirties percentage range and announced a $2 billion share buyback. Net income fell to $743 million from $1.29 billion a year earlier. Shopify expects a lower free cash flow margin in Q1 compared to last year.
11 February 2026
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Jumia stock drops premarket as Q4 revenue trails estimates; 2026 outlook, Algeria exit in focus

Jumia stock drops premarket as Q4 revenue trails estimates; 2026 outlook, Algeria exit in focus

Jumia shares dropped 3.75% to $11.81 in premarket trading after fourth-quarter revenue rose 34% to $61.4 million, missing estimates. The company forecast 2026 GMV growth of up to 32% and an adjusted EBITDA loss of $25–$30 million, and said it will exit Algeria in the first quarter. Operating loss narrowed to $10.6 million. Liquidity stood at $77.8 million at year-end.
10 February 2026
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Tesco grabs Amazon Fresh’s abandoned London stores as it rolls out 70+ new Express shops

Tesco grabs Amazon Fresh’s abandoned London stores as it rolls out 70+ new Express shops

Tesco has acquired five former Amazon Fresh sites in London and will reopen them as Tesco Express stores before summer. The company plans over 70 more Express openings by March 2027, after adding 60 last year. The acquired locations include Kensington High Street, Hounslow, Moorgate, Aldgate East, and Wembley. Tesco shares were little changed in London trading.
10 February 2026
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FedEx joins Advent in $9.2 billion InPost buyout to take parcel locker group private

FedEx joins Advent in $9.2 billion InPost buyout to take parcel locker group private

A consortium led by Advent International and FedEx has agreed to buy InPost for €15.60 per share in cash, valuing the company at about €7.8 billion. The price is about 50% above InPost’s January 2 closing level. Advent and FedEx will each hold 37% after settlement, with CEO Rafał Brzoska’s A&R at 16% and PPF at 10%. The deal requires at least 80% shareholder acceptance and regulatory approval.
9 February 2026
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Shopify stock drops again: AI disruption jitters and Feb. 11 earnings loom for SHOP

Shopify stock drops again: AI disruption jitters and Feb. 11 earnings loom for SHOP

Shopify shares fell 2.1% to $111.59 Thursday, swinging between $108.90 and $115.71 as software stocks faced heavy selling. The S&P 500 software and services index dropped about 3%, with sector losses nearing $1 trillion since Jan. 28. Investors are watching Shopify’s Feb. 11 earnings for signs of AI’s impact on margins. New unemployment claims rose and job openings hit a five-year low.
5 February 2026
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Shopify stock drops again as ChatGPT checkout fees fuel fresh Wall Street split

Shopify stock drops again as ChatGPT checkout fees fuel fresh Wall Street split

Shopify shares fell 4.7% to $113.65 early Wednesday, extending Tuesday’s 8% drop. Investors weighed mixed analyst views on the company’s AI-driven “agentic commerce” strategy and a 4% merchant fee for ChatGPT checkout. Jefferies and Wolfe Research flagged profitability and valuation concerns. Wall Street’s consensus rating remains “Moderate Buy.”
4 February 2026
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Saks pulls plug on “Saks on Amazon” as luxury e-commerce bet unravels in bankruptcy

Saks pulls plug on “Saks on Amazon” as luxury e-commerce bet unravels in bankruptcy

Amazon will continue its luxury storefront without Saks Fifth Avenue as Saks Global ends their partnership during its Chapter 11 restructuring. Saks is closing 62 off-price outlets and shifting focus to Saks.com. Amazon, a stakeholder in Saks, is disputing parts of Saks’ bankruptcy financing in court. The split follows limited brand participation in the “Saks on Amazon” venture.
4 February 2026
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Shopify earnings clock ticks: Jefferies sees “solid” Q4 as SHOP tests oversold bounce

Shopify earnings clock ticks: Jefferies sees “solid” Q4 as SHOP tests oversold bounce

Jefferies kept a Hold rating on Shopify with a $160 target, citing “solid” Q4 fundamentals and possible upside in gross merchandise value. Shopify stock rebounded 1.8% to $133.59 Monday after hitting a six-month low last week. The company reports Q4 earnings Feb. 11. A Seeking Alpha contributor upgraded Shopify to “buy,” highlighting AI-driven growth.
3 February 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • 3 Key Market Drivers This Week: Iran Conflict, Oil, Earnings
    April 12, 2026, 11:27 AM EDT. Investors brace for a volatile week as earnings season ramps up amid geopolitical tensions. Talks between the U.S. and Iran ended without a ceasefire, spiking oil price risks through disruption of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit route. Oil market movements will be closely watched as a gauge of conflict impact. Earnings reports from Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, and Johnson & Johnson are poised to reflect the economic fallout. Goldman's report will be scrutinized for clues on dealmaking activity and trading desk performance amid war-driven market swings. These elements combine to set a complex tone for stock market participants in the days ahead.

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Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

12 April 2026
Bitcoin fell 1.4% to $71,707 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without a deal. Spot bitcoin ETFs logged net inflows last week, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading Friday’s buying. Morgan Stanley launched its MSBT fund on April 8, the first Wall Street bank to debut a bitcoin ETF. U.S. inflation data showed headline CPI up 3.3% in March, while core CPI rose 2.6%.
XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

12 April 2026
XRP slipped about 1% to $1.33 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad ended without a deal, pressuring crypto markets. The token traded in a narrow range, with bitcoin and ether also weaker. XRP’s market cap stands at $81.7 billion, with $1.96 billion in daily volume. The token remains 63.5% below its all-time high.
Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

12 April 2026
Spot gold steadied at $4,761.79 an ounce Friday after a third weekly gain, with U.S. futures at $4,787.40. The dollar posted its biggest weekly drop since January, making gold cheaper for non-U.S. buyers. U.S.-Iran talks ended without a deal, keeping geopolitical risks high. China’s central bank increased gold reserves for a 17th month, reaching 74.38 million ounces.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 12.04.2026

12 April 2026
Futu Holdings (FUTU) rose 10.2% in the past week but trades 13.4% below its January level. Shares closed at $154.50, while analysts estimate intrinsic value at $245.48. The company posted a 92.2% return over 12 months. Valuation models indicate earnings exceed risk costs, supporting long-term growth projections.
India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

11 April 2026
Lockheed Martin said it is not in direct talks with India over the F-35, clarifying that any approach must go through official U.S. and Indian channels under the Foreign Military Sales process. Indian officials confirmed no formal discussions on acquiring the F-35 have begun. India recently approved a $40 billion military upgrade, including other fighter jets, while Lockheed’s F-21 remains in a separate competition.
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