Our experts share insights at the intersection of fintech and cross-border eCommerce, exploring the trends shaping global trade.
Stricter trade rules are reshaping cross-border shipping. Postal operators face halted services, logistics providers are adapting under cost pressure, and brokers see booming demand—but rising complexity. See who’s paying the highest price and how compliance-first tools like DutyPlus can turn disruption into opportunity.
Most platforms rely on external PSPs and FX partners, creating multiple potential points of failure, hidden fees, and user friction. This is especially true for complex international shipping scenarios where duties, taxes, and currency fluctuations collide.
Hybrid DDP keeps the customer convenience of DDP but shifts duty & tax collection to a post-checkout stage, while the parcel is still in transit.
In the fast-paced world of cross-border eCommerce, one thing is clear: unexpected VAT and duty charges are one of the top reasons European consumers abandon their shopping carts.
DutyPlus was built for this and it goes beyond standard DDP solutions. We’ve built capabilities others don’t offer—designed specifically for a post–de minimis world.
Speed sells, but customs delays break trust. In today’s e-commerce landscape, a fast delivery promise is worthless if your parcel gets stuck at the border.
Simplify global shipping and compliance with the DutyPlus duty and tax solution. From integration to duty and tax payment collection, DutyPlus automates the most complex parts of cross-border trade—so you can focus on growing your business.
Doing Business in Europe? Make SEPApayments work for you. Navigating cross-border payments in Europe can feel like a maze. But what if you had a clear roadmap to simplify SEPA transactions?
With the removal of duty-free exemptions for imports originating from China to the USA, businesses must reassess their duty and tax strategies to prevent costly delays and penalties. This is where Plusisu comes in...
Alternative payment methods (APMs) are reshaping how consumers in the EU and UK pay for goods and services. With significant growth in e-commerce and cross-border trade...
A key part of managing returns efficiently is handling payments quickly. Yet, another often-overlooked aspect is the financial element of Duty Drawback...
Big changes are on the horizon for how we send and receive money starting in 2025, with a new law making instant payments the norm.
Businesses can now connect directly to the Swedish payment infrastructure, including the RIX clearing network—one of Sweden's most crucial payment systems.
Discover how Swedish payments work, from RIX settlements to secure SEK transactions. Plusius guides you through Sweden’s digital payment systems.
Ever thought of how payment solutions affect cross-border shipping? Cross-border transactions demand seamless integration of services, especially in the realm of shipping and payment solutions. This article delves into the strategies employed by online merchants as well as logistics providers to optimize cross-border shipping through the integration of efficient payment solutions.
Cross-border e-commerce refers to the buying and selling of goods or services between countries. In cross-border e-commerce, transactions occur across international borders, involving consumers and businesses from different countries. Consumers can purchase products from overseas retailers or sellers, often facilitated by online marketplaces or dedicated e-commerce websites.
Dive into the dynamic world of global trade where every business seeks a compass for success. If you are in the game of exporting goods, you understand the importance of seamlessly navigating customs. This article is here to empower you with simple yet essential insights into two crucial aspects of customs compliance: figuring out customs duties and understanding the role of Harmonised System (HS) codes. We'll also dive into specific challenges, like how Brexit is shaking things up for U.K. customs duties and what's happening with customs in the U.S.
For businesses venturing into international markets, understanding the intricacies of shipping methods is essential. While your products will ultimately reach their destination, the way they get there and who bears the associated costs can vary significantly.
In the fast-paced world of logistics, mastering Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) / Delivered At Place (DAP) and Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) can be a real game-changer. To tackle these challenges head-on, businesses are now channeling their efforts into leveraging smart automation for both first and last-mile deliveries, all in a bid to exceed customer expectations. By forming strategic alliances with 3PL service providers specifically for last-mile processes, businesses can ensure swifter deliveries and maintain a lean, cost-effective pipeline. This is of paramount importance, considering that last-mile operations alone can account for a substantial 53% of the overall shipping costs.
In our ever-evolving global trade scenario, businesses find themselves navigating through unfamiliar waters. They're encountering escalating obstacles within a trading landscape that's becoming progressively intricate. Here are several key obstacles within the supply chain that businesses and their network of suppliers must surmount in order to establish a successful cross-border trading capacity:
