Hey there,
This week is not business as usual.
The U.S.–EU just agreed on a $1.35 trillion trade shift—15% tariffs on EU goods, zero on U.S. exports. Europe is now wide open for sellers in energy, pharma, and more. This deal changes the game for anyone ready to scale across borders. But only if you move fast.
Amazon just announced it’s ending all FBA prep services by 2026. No more labeling or prep—shipments must arrive retail-ready, or get rejected without reimbursement. And with Q4 approaching, there’s no time to wing it. Join us live this Thursday, July 31 at 5PM EST to get your Q4 plan locked in.
Now let's get into the 80/20 of E commerce:
U.S.–EU Agreement Drops Tariffs, Opens Europe to U.S. Sellers and Energy Exports
FBA Prep Services Phased Out by 2026—Sellers Must Shift Now
Smarter Shipping = Bigger Margins: What Top Sellers Know
Everything’s Shifting—Get Ready to Win Q4 with Us on July 31
Q4 2025 Amazon Success Blueprint
Quick reality check: We're less than 60 days from Q4 aka WINNING TIME in the world of ecommerce.
The sellers who start preparing NOW the right way will crush it.
Those who wait will struggle with supply chain nightmares, tariff surprises, and inventory disasters and they may as well QUIT.
That’s why I'm hosting a live training specifically on Q4 preparation:
Q4 2025 Amazon Success Blueprint: How to Navigate Tariffs, Scale Profitably & Dominate Holiday Sales
This is for you if:
You're doing $10k+ monthly and want to scale for Q4
Tariffs are eating your profits and you need strategies
PPC costs are getting out of hand
You want to avoid the inventory mistakes, running out of stock, dealing with AWD headaches and more that kill Q4 success
You will learn:
Critical Q4 sourcing strategies and deadlines (some are next week)
Logistics preparation and inventory management systems that prevent stockouts AND overstocking
Cash flow optimization strategies for holiday scaling without going broke
Black Friday/Cyber Monday marketing mastery from 7-figure sellers
Team scaling with AI and automation to handle peak season volume
How to join our Q4 Accelerator for hands-on implementation support
When: Thurs, July 31
5:00 PM ET (New York)
2:00 PM PT (Los Angeles)
10:00 PM BST (London)
7:00 AM AEST Thursday (Sydney)
6:00 AM JST Thursday (Tokyo)
Where: Live webinar
Cost: Free
Space is limited and this won't be repeated. If you miss it, you miss it.
In a major shift in transatlantic trade policy, the U.S. and European Union have reached a preliminary agreement to impose a 15% tariff on most European goods—down from the 30% previously threatened by the Trump administration. In return, the EU has committed to buying $750B worth of U.S. energy and investing an additional $600B in the American economy. The deal eliminates tariffs on U.S. exports to the EU entirely, and aims to boost certainty for companies operating across both regions. Though not yet finalized, this agreement could unlock significant new opportunities for U.S. exporters while softening tensions in global trade.
Key Highlights:
15% tariff set on most EU goods (down from 30% threatened).
Zero tariffs on U.S. goods exported to Europe.
EU to purchase $750B in U.S. energy, invest $600B more in U.S.
Covers key trade sectors: energy, pharma, autos, semiconductors, machinery.
Follows recent U.S. deals with Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the UK.
Takeaway for Sellers:
This deal slashes trade friction and opens the floodgates for U.S. sellers to Europe, especially in energy, pharma, and machinery. Prepare for increased demand and revisit your EU market strategy—tariff-free access is a game-changer.
Starting January 1, 2026, Amazon will no longer offer prep or item labeling services for any Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) shipments in the U.S. Sellers must fully prep and label their products before sending them, or risk rejected inventory and no reimbursement. Amazon says the change supports faster fulfillment and reflects improved seller packaging standards.
This impacts all inventory channels, including AWD, AGL, SEND, and more. Sellers without in-house prep will need to use third-party providers or explore Amazon’s SIPP option. Prep services will still apply to shipments created before January 1.
Takeaway for Sellers:
If you rely on FBA prep, transition now—Amazon won’t handle it after January. Unprepped inventory may be rejected and unreimbursed.
In this must-watch episode of the 7 Figure Seller Podcast, Gary sits down with AmazonStoragePros.com co-founders Todd Welch and Jackson Trigg—two veterans with millions in Amazon sales and unmatched logistics insight. They dive deep into what sellers must know heading into Q3/Q4, covering everything from tariff shifts and AWD warehouse headaches to smarter packaging and 3PL strategies. If logistics have ever caused you stress, this episode is your roadmap to smoother, more profitable operations.
With Everything Happening — This Is Why You Must Join Our Q4 Training (July 31, 5PM EST)
Tariffs are shifting. Amazon’s cutting FBA prep services. Logistics are changing fast. And with fewer sellers left standing, Q4 2025 could be your biggest opportunity yet—if you prepare properly. That’s why we’re hosting “Is Q4 Your Winning Time or Quitting Time?” this Thursday, July 31 at 5PM EST—a live training to help you navigate the chaos and win.
That's your 80/20 for this week. Focus on what moves the needle: fee transparency, cost reduction, and automation that actually works.
Gary
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