Value Added Resource Week In Review 11-16-25

Welcome to the Value Added Resource ecommerce news week in review!

eBay News

Sellers finally had a chance to ask questions and provide feedback to eBay about new Promoted Listings attribution policies in virtual Seller Circle event this week, pushing back on changes coming in January that will massively increase the amount they pay in ad fees without any real benefits or return on investment.

eBay Faces Tough Seller Questions Over Controversial Promoted Listings Ad Attribution Policy Shift

eBay’s new Promoted Listings attribution rules spark seller backlash over higher ad fees with little to no ROI - here’s how eBay is responding.

Value Added ResourceLiz Morton

And in discussing the new Promoted Listings policies after the event, one savvy observer notes attribution differences compared to Ambassador affiliate program.

eBay’s Attribution Double Standard: Promoted Listings General Ads Vs Ambassador Affiliate Program

As sellers continue to pushback on eBay Promoted Listings ad attribution updates, savvy observer notes differences compared to Ambassador affiliate program.

Value Added ResourceLiz Morton

Is eBay quietly backing down on controversial Payment Policy changes that delayed some sellers' funds until after delivery? Sellers report payment holds are finally being mysteriously lifted just as suddenly and without communication as they were initially applied as transparency concerns linger.

Is eBay Quietly Backtracking On Payment Policy Delaying Some Seller Funds Until After Delivery Confirmation?

Is eBay backing off controversial delayed payout policy? Sellers report holds until after delivery finally being lifted as transparency concerns linger.

Value Added ResourceLiz Morton

Sellers are struggling with more undisclosed testing this week as "Sell One Like This" button removed from View Item pages for some users.

eBay Tests Removing “Sell One Like This” Button From View Item Listing Pages

eBay sellers are struggling with more undisclosed testing this week as “Sell One Like This” button removed from View Item pages for some users.

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eBay has announced seller updates for the month of November with US buyers able to ship trading cards directly to PSA for grading and vaulting, UK sellers getting item not received protections and an invite to join AI Activate, and a shake up to Authenticity Guarantee in Germany.

eBay November Seller News: Ship To PSA Vault, Germany Authentication Update, UK AI Activate & More

eBay November 2025 Seller News: Direct to PSA grading & vaulting; UK AI Activate & INR protections; Germany Authenticity Guarantee shake up & more.

Value Added ResourceLiz Morton

Other Ecommerce News

USPS has released details about planned rate increases for Competitive products like Ground Advantage, Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express, effective January 18, 2026.

USPS January 2026 Rate Increase - Parcel Select, Ground Advantage, Priority Mail & More

USPS Competitive rates for Ground Advantage, Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express set to increase January 18, 2026.

Value Added ResourceLiz Morton

Poshmark sellers are struggling with more platform updates as photo aspect ratios changes cut off important item details and new condition requirements raise concerns about potential item disputes.

Poshmark Photo Aspect Ratio & Item Condition Updates Catch Sellers Off Guard

Poshmark sellers struggle with more platform updates as photo aspect ratios change & new condition requirements raise concerns about potential disputes.

Value Added ResourceLiz Morton

Meta launches new AI features, expanded inventory, and personalized, collaborative shopping experiences in Facebook Marketplace "glow up."

Meta Gives Facebook Marketplace An AI Powered Facelift

Meta launches new AI features, expanded inventory, and personalized, collaborative shopping experiences in Facebook Marketplace “glow up.”

Value Added ResourceLiz Morton

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