Image Credit: Trome Amazon has raised the free shipping amount to $35 for non-prime members in some regions of the US. Until now, the free shipping amount was $25. Amazon spokesperson said, “We continually evaluate our offerings and make adjustments based on those assessments. We’re currently testing a $35 minimum for non-Prime customers to qualify for free shipping. Prime … [Read more...] about Amazon Increases Free Shipping for Non-Prime Members in Some Regions
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Free shipping is not profitable as costs spiral out of control
Consumers who are already grappling with financial challenges are being burdened with additional costs, as companies implement new fees for expedited services, increase minimum purchase requirements, and implement other changes that transfer more expenses onto the consumer. As Reuters reported, Amazon had popularized the concept of free shipping as a unique selling … [Read more...] about Free shipping is not profitable as costs spiral out of control
Kobo is Shipping out all e-Readers for Free Until Oct 14
Kobo has announced that they are including free shipping to Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United States and the United Kingdom for anyone that orders an e-reader. The companies current online ordering system stocks six different devices, including the new Kobo Glo HD and Kobo Touch 2.0. You have until October 14th 2015 to quality for the free shipping, so act quickly. … [Read more...] about Kobo is Shipping out all e-Readers for Free Until Oct 14
New French Law Bars Online Booksellers to Offer Discounts With Free Shipping
The French parliament has passed a law that makes it illegal for online stores to deliver books for free while also offering a 5 percent discount on the price of the book. The move is being seen as a means of protecting the interests of independent booksellers as much as it is to limit Amazon’s monopoly in the segment. As Christian Kert, the conservative MP who tabled the bill … [Read more...] about New French Law Bars Online Booksellers to Offer Discounts With Free Shipping