Retail & eCommerce News: Oct 19 - Australia (5 stories)

Sunday, 19 Oct 2025 Weekly Retail & eCommerce Australia

Here is your Weekly summary for Retail & eCommerce across Australia for Mon 13th October - Sun 19th October 2025

TikTok is launching a hands-on workshop series aimed at helping Australian e-commerce brands leverage the platform for growth, highlighting the increasing importance of social media in retail strategies. Meanwhile, branding expert Jessica Hatzis emphasizes the need for businesses to adopt a strategic approach to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, steering clear of the discount trap as they prepare for 2026.

In a notable setback, e-commerce startup Carted will shut down after four years, following a significant $13 million seed funding round, raising questions about sustainability in the startup landscape. On a different note, Koh is entering the $2.3 billion laundry market with a new enzyme-based product line, indicating a shift towards eco-friendly cleaning solutions in consumer goods.

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