Small businesses squeezed on Amazon Marketplace says CFIB report

Small businesses squeezed on Amazon Marketplace says CFIB report

November 16, 2023 2:16 pm PST.

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business says even small businesses who buy-in and sell on Amazon Marketplace, aren't always doing well. A CFIB report says many face thin margins and a search rankings that don't seem fair.

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