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Fashion Network
3 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Amazon launches Haul in UK in response to Shein and Temu
While the French Parliament is about to vote on the anti-fast-fashion bill, and the EU plans to tax small parcels inbound from China, Amazon is gearing up to join the fray in Europe. The US group is trialling in the UK Amazon Haul, a site launched in the US at the end of 2024 as a response to Shein and Temu. Haul is offering UK consumers several tens of thousands of products priced below £20, the majority of them actually below £10, and some with prices as low as £1. Delivery costs £2.99, and is free on orders from £15. Fashion and beauty are heavily represented within the assortment on offer, being five of the nine categories available on Amazon Haul, which is a mobile-only site. Besides womenswear, menswear and beauty, Haul also features sportswear and accessories. The range includes plenty of tops and skirts at £5, dresses at £7, and trousers at £13. 'This is another way to offer low prices on a wide selection of products,' said John Boumphrey, country manager UK at Amazon, adding that 'now more than ever we know our customers are looking to save, and we're excited to provide more options through the shopping app they already know and love.' Just as Shein says it's 'democratising fashion', Amazon is justifying Haul with giving consumers access to a wider range of products. Amazon Haul's low prices stem from Chinese producers selling directly on the site, using the US group's own warehouses on the eastern coast of China. Deploying Haul in Europe could also be a cunning way for Amazon to circumvent the new tariffs imposed by the US administration on the Chinese products sold on the low-cost site, for which Europe could be an alternative outlet. Last year, Amazon generated revenue of $638 billion, up 11%, and its net income increased by 95% to reach $59.2 billion.
Fashion Network
3 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Amazon launches Haul in UK in response to Shein and Temu
While the French Parliament is about to vote on the anti-fast-fashion bill, and the EU plans to tax small parcels inbound from China, Amazon is gearing up to join the fray in Europe. The US group is trialling in the UK Amazon Haul, a site launched in the US at the end of 2024 as a response to Shein and Temu. Haul is offering UK consumers several tens of thousands of products priced below £20, the majority of them actually below £10, and some with prices as low as £1. Delivery costs £2.99, and is free on orders from £15. Fashion and beauty are heavily represented within the assortment on offer, being five of the nine categories available on Amazon Haul, which is a mobile-only site. Besides womenswear, menswear and beauty, Haul also features sportswear and accessories. The range includes plenty of tops and skirts at £5, dresses at £7, and trousers at £13. 'This is another way to offer low prices on a wide selection of products,' said John Boumphrey, country manager UK at Amazon, adding that 'now more than ever we know our customers are looking to save, and we're excited to provide more options through the shopping app they already know and love.' Just as Shein says it's 'democratising fashion', Amazon is justifying Haul with giving consumers access to a wider range of products. Amazon Haul's low prices stem from Chinese producers selling directly on the site, using the US group's own warehouses on the eastern coast of China. Deploying Haul in Europe could also be a cunning way for Amazon to circumvent the new tariffs imposed by the US administration on the Chinese products sold on the low-cost site, for which Europe could be an alternative outlet. Last year, Amazon generated revenue of $638 billion, up 11%, and its net income increased by 95% to reach $59.2 billion.
Fashion Network
3 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Amazon launches Haul in UK in response to Shein and Temu
While the French Parliament is about to vote on the anti-fast-fashion bill, and the EU plans to tax small parcels inbound from China, Amazon is gearing up to join the fray in Europe. The US group is trialling in the UK Amazon Haul, a site launched in the US at the end of 2024 as a response to Shein and Temu. Haul is offering UK consumers several tens of thousands of products priced below £20, the majority of them actually below £10, and some with prices as low as £1. Delivery costs £2.99, and is free on orders from £15. Fashion and beauty are heavily represented within the assortment on offer, being five of the nine categories available on Amazon Haul, which is a mobile-only site. Besides womenswear, menswear and beauty, Haul also features sportswear and accessories. The range includes plenty of tops and skirts at £5, dresses at £7, and trousers at £13. 'This is another way to offer low prices on a wide selection of products,' said John Boumphrey, country manager UK at Amazon, adding that 'now more than ever we know our customers are looking to save, and we're excited to provide more options through the shopping app they already know and love.' Just as Shein says it's 'democratising fashion', Amazon is justifying Haul with giving consumers access to a wider range of products. Amazon Haul's low prices stem from Chinese producers selling directly on the site, using the US group's own warehouses on the eastern coast of China. Deploying Haul in Europe could also be a cunning way for Amazon to circumvent the new tariffs imposed by the US administration on the Chinese products sold on the low-cost site, for which Europe could be an alternative outlet. Last year, Amazon generated revenue of $638 billion, up 11%, and its net income increased by 95% to reach $59.2 billion.
Daily Mirror
07-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Amazon launches new service selling items for as low as £1 - but there's a catch
Initially released in the US late last year, Amazon's Haul section aims to rival competitors like Temu and Shein, with some items priced at £10 and some even as low as £1 Amazon has launched a brand new service on its website, which allows shoppers to access a never-ending array of ultra-low-prices products. The online marketplace giant has recently unveiled its new "Haul" section for shoppers. The section - which offers customers thousands of products across fashion, home and lifestyle for £20 or less - is currently being trialled by a select group of Amazon customers. However, it is set to be rolled out to all customers "in the coming weeks". Initially released in the US late last year, the Haul section aims to rival competitors like Temu and Shein, with some items priced at £10 and some even as low as £1. However, the only catch is that deliveries for this section will take much longer than Prime's next-day delivery offering, with parcels set to take up to two weeks to arrive. Join Money Saving Club's specialist topics For all you savvy savers and bargain hunters out there, there's a golden opportunity to stretch your pounds further. The Money Saving Club newsletter, a favourite among thousands who thrive on catching the best deals, is stepping up its game. Simply follow the link and select one or more of the following topics to get all the latest deals and advice on: Travel; Property; Pets, family and home; Personal finance; Shopping and discounts; Utilities. Amazon Haul offers free delivery on orders over £15, or a standard delivery charge of £2.99 on orders below £15.00. However, the service will also offer free delivery on all orders over £15, while shoppers can receive an extra 5% off their order when spending more than £50, and 10% off for orders over £75. Haul is only available through the Amazon app, so you cannot access the section through its website. The section offers its own shopping experience with a separate search, basket, and checkout. If you already have the Amazon mobile app, search "Haul" and then hit "Enter" to be redirected. Shoppers will also be able to see customers' reviews and star ratings to help them select products they would like to buy. Get the best deals and tips from Mirror Money Alongside this, the online marketplace noted that all products on Haul go through all "relevant Amazon checks" so customers can be "confident they'll receive products that are safe and compliant with all applicable regulations and Amazon policies". If shoppers want to return items bought on Haul, they can do so for free if requested within 15 days of buying. In the majority of cases, shoppers won't have to worry about boxes or labels, as their preferred drop-off location – including Post Offices, Asda, Morrisons and others – will handle the packing, labelling, and shipping. Amazon UK country manager John Boumphrey said: 'We are constantly working to provide the best possible shopping experience for customers, and this is another way to offer low prices on a wide selection of products. "Now more than ever we know our customers are looking to save, and we're excited to provide more options through the shopping app they already know and love.'
Metro
07-05-2025
- Business
- Metro
Amazon launches new UK outlet set to rival Temu with ‘crazy low prices'
Shoppers can't get enough of Temu, which allows them to fill their baskets with a never-ending array of bargain products to buy 'like a billionaire'. And now, Amazon UK is getting in on the action with the launch of Haul, a new section dedicated to affordable, trending items. Initially released in the US late last year, the outlet is now being rolled out to UK customers too – so you can scroll through thousands of products at 'crazy low prices'. Designed to rival competitors like Temu and Shein, everything on Haul is priced at £20 or less, while the majority of buys sit at under £10 and some are as low as £1. Unlike the retail giant's Prime offering, typical delivery times for this budget-friendly range are around one to two weeks. However, all items are still verified by Amazon, which ensures they're safe, authentic, and in the condition expected. Purchases are also eligible for free returns within 15 days, often with drop-off services like Post Office and Asda handling the likes of packing and labelling. Haul, on the Amazon app, has its own shopping experience, search, cart, and checkout, which means customers can scroll through the curated selection and build a separate basket. As the name suggests, it's designed for 'hauls', so orders of £15 or more qualify for free delivery, but a shipping charge of £2.99 applies to all orders below this threshold. Additionally, to encourage shoppers to up the ante, Amazon will take 5% off orders of £50 and over, or 10% off orders worth £75 or more. Browsing the page, you'll find all sorts on offer: a floral table runner for £2.90, an iPhone 16 case for £1.34, a 13-piece makeup brush set for £1.81, and a six-pack of kitchen sponges for £2.90. 'We are constantly working to provide the best possible shopping experience for customers, and this is another way to offer low prices on a wide selection of products,' said John Boumphrey, UK Country Manager of Amazon. More Trending 'Now more than ever we know our customers are looking to save, and we're excited to provide more options through the shopping app they already know and love.' Currently in beta, Haul will be available to select customers in the UK when they next update their Amazon Shopping app, but will be rolled out to all remaining users over the coming weeks. To find it, simply type 'Haul' into the search bar, and navigate to Amazon Haul from the main menu icon. Then, let the bargain-hunting commence. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: Mega new supermarket is launching in UK that's like 'Tesco and Amazon Prime combined' MORE: Here's how to get the Charlotte Tilbury bestseller you've been eyeing for free! MORE: From River Island to Selfridges, & Other Stories and more – here's our picks of the week
