Area Man Sells Drawer Of Cables, Learns What They Were
eBay's gross merchandise volume grew 15% to $23.2 billion. The buyer of one drawer of cords sent back a 14-page explanation.
· By Dashiell Okafor, Marketplaces Correspondent
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Shipping Rates Change So Often Pirate Ship Stopped Saying
Carriers are adjusting prices several times a week. The label company has decided you would rather not know, and it may be right.
· By Gus Ternberg, Supply Chain Correspondent
eBay Will Hold Your Money Until You Ask Nicely
Starting Nov. 4, sale proceeds go to an eBay balance first. Payout schedules reset. Sellers must request their money, nicely.
· By Dashiell Okafor, Marketplaces Correspondent
eBay Cuts 1,000 Jobs, Final Sale, No Returns
The second round this year is described in the item condition field as 'Used: Acceptable.'
· By Dashiell Okafor, Marketplaces Correspondent