Online retail service owned by Alibaba Group, connecting small Chinese businesses to global buyers.
The government has moved up the removal of the de minimis import relief to October 2028, after discussions with industry. Retailers call the timeline still too slow, arguing it leaves UK high streets at a competitive disadvantage to foreign online sellers.
Amazon Haul prices remain ultra-low as products ship directly from manufacturers, with delivery taking one to two weeks. Deals span Lego, Adidas, Levi’s, Philips and more, though some items are branded and subject to flash discounts.
The European Commission has fined AliExpress €1.2 billion for failing to stop the sale of illegal, unsafe and counterfeit goods on its platform. The EC found weak staffing, bypassable checks, ineffective brand authorisation and recommendation systems that promoted flagged items. AliExpress says the penalty is disproportionate and will appeal; it must submit a compliance plan by 20 October.