Small firms risk missing out on hundreds of thousands in extra revenue without better support around online trade

Posted on 29 Nov 2023 by The Manufacturer

An industry led commission of e-commerce experts is calling for greater support for small retailers to boost growth through exports ahead of Small Business Saturday.

The E-Commerce Trade Commission (E-CTC) brings together the world’s leading e-commerce platforms including Amazon, Shopify and Etsy, working directly alongside the Department for Business and Trade (DBT). A report from the E-CTC found that selling overseas online can generate anywhere from an extra £100,000 to £950,000 in annual revenues a year for small businesses. However,…

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