BFCM 2025

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Industry

Shopify Merchants Set 2025 Black Friday Sales Record

Shopify's Black Friday/Cyber Monday (BFCM) 2025 results are in, and they’re impossible to ignore. Independent DTC merchants on Shopify raked in an astounding $14.6 billion over the BFCM weekend—a 27% surge from last year, even after accounting for constant currency adjustments (Newsfile Corp.). This isn't just a record; it’s a clear indicator that, despite economic headwinds, consumers are leaning heavily toward direct purchasing. For founders, the message is clear: the DTC model is not just sur

Aleena Hassan6 min read
Cracking TikTok Shop for BFCM 2025: Live Shopping & Affiliate Strategy Playbook
Strategies

Cracking TikTok Shop for BFCM 2025: Live Shopping & Affiliate Strategy Playbook

TikTok Shop is on a tear—and Q4 is when it matters for Shopify brands. U.S. sales are up triple digits in 2025, with big-name operators piling in and consumers signaling they’ll keep buying in-app during holiday moments. TikTok says 83% of shoppers discover products on the platform and 76% have purchased via live, while Black Friday 2024 topped $100M with 30,000+ live sessions and single-creators clearing seven figures in a day (TikTok Newsroom, TikTok Newsroom, Business Insider). Cost-wise, Tik

Aleena Hassan6 min read

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