Guides, success stories and trends in cross-border commerce

Everything you need to sell on the leading marketplaces across the Americas, from the people who run them every day.

1P vs 3P marketplace models: what's the difference and which one fits your brand?
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1P vs 3P marketplace models: what's the difference and which one fits your brand?

1P means a retailer or partner buys your product and sells it; 3P means you sell it yourself. Compare control, margins, risk and workload to choose.

Oct 17, 2026 · 5 min read
Seller of record in Latin America: what it is and why you need one to sell on Mercado Libre and Falabella
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Seller of record in Latin America: what it is and why you need one to sell on Mercado Libre and Falabella

What a seller of record is, why US brands need one to sell on Latin American marketplaces, what it handles, and the alternatives.

Oct 17, 2026 · 5 min read
How to sell on Amazon USA from Chile: 2026 guide
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How to sell on Amazon USA from Chile: 2026 guide

Requirements, steps, logistics, taxes and payments so your Chilean brand can sell on Amazon in the US, Canada and Mexico without losing control.

Oct 17, 2026 · 6 min read
How to sell on Amazon USA from Colombia: a step-by-step guide for brands
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How to sell on Amazon USA from Colombia: a step-by-step guide for brands

What a Colombian brand needs to sell on Amazon USA and North America: seller account, importing, FBA logistics, compliance, pricing and advertising.

Oct 17, 2026 · 5 min read
How to sell on Amazon USA and Canada from Mexico: 2026 guide
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How to sell on Amazon USA and Canada from Mexico: 2026 guide

How to take your Mexican brand from Amazon Mexico to Amazon USA and Canada: requirements, unified account, logistics, taxes and payments.

Oct 17, 2026 · 5 min read
How to sell on Mercado Libre from the US: options, challenges and how to choose
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How to sell on Mercado Libre from the US: options, challenges and how to choose

A US brand can sell on Mercado Libre through a cross-border program, a seller of record or a local setup. Compare the options and the real challenges.

Oct 17, 2026 · 6 min read
AI in cross-border commerce: from tools to agents that run your marketplaces
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AI in cross-border commerce: from tools to agents that run your marketplaces

How AI went from polishing copy to running catalogs, ads, pricing and inventory across countries, and what it means for brands selling on marketplaces.

Updated Oct 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Fintech for cross-border commerce: how to collect, convert and finance your marketplace sales
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Fintech for cross-border commerce: how to collect, convert and finance your marketplace sales

International payments, exchange rates, marketplace payout cycles and inventory financing: how financial technology powers online exporters.

Updated Oct 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Marketing on global marketplaces: how to stand out on Amazon, Mercado Libre and Walmart in the age of AI
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Marketing on global marketplaces: how to stand out on Amazon, Mercado Libre and Walmart in the age of AI

Retail media, content optimized for AI shopping assistants and automated campaign management: the keys to marketplace marketing today.

Updated Oct 15, 2026 · 4 min read
An analysis of international logistics options for marketplace sellers
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An analysis of international logistics options for marketplace sellers

DDP vs. DDU, 3PLs, FBA, Mercado Envíos Full and eBay International Shipping: how marketplace sellers can choose the right international logistics model.

Nov 10, 2025 · 3 min read
A step-by-step guide to start selling on international marketplaces
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A step-by-step guide to start selling on international marketplaces

A detailed step-by-step guide to opening accounts on international marketplaces, optimizing your listings and avoiding common new-seller mistakes.

Nov 7, 2025 · 5 min read
Mastering international pricing: how to set export prices successfully
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Mastering international pricing: how to set export prices successfully

Pricing is a pillar of successful exporting: set a price that covers your costs, stays competitive in the target market and protects your margins.

Nov 5, 2025 · 2 min read
How to tell if your product has international demand on marketplaces
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How to tell if your product has international demand on marketplaces

International demand simply means knowing whether people in other countries want to buy what you sell. Here's how to check it in five simple steps.

Sep 24, 2025 · 2 min read
Marketplace demand analysis tools (a beginner's guide)
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Marketplace demand analysis tools (a beginner's guide)

A simple guide to the most useful demand analysis tools, like Helium 10, Jungle Scout and Keepa: what they do and how to use them without being an expert.

Sep 24, 2025 · 2 min read
Key regulations for exporting products from LATAM to international markets
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Key regulations for exporting products from LATAM to international markets

Exporting from Latin America to the US, Mexico or Colombia? Learn the key documents and FDA, COFEPRIS and DIAN regulations you need to know.

Sep 23, 2025 · 2 min read
Five women entrepreneurs from Coquimbo take their products to Amazon USA and Mercado Libre
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Five women entrepreneurs from Coquimbo take their products to Amazon USA and Mercado Libre

Five women entrepreneurs from Coquimbo, Chile, reach a historic milestone: selling their local products to global buyers on Amazon USA and Mercado Libre.

Jan 29, 2025 · 2 min read
From Patagonia to the world: Divina Terra's smoked honey wins over the US market with LAP Global
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From Patagonia to the world: Divina Terra's smoked honey wins over the US market with LAP Global

Chilean small business Divina Terra is bringing the authentic flavor of its iconic Patagonia Norte smoked honey to thousands of US consumers.

Jan 20, 2025 · 2 min read
More than 120 Chilean and Latin American brands break into the US, Canadian and Mexican markets through cross-border e-commerce
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More than 120 Chilean and Latin American brands break into the US, Canadian and Mexican markets through cross-border e-commerce

In 2024, more than 120 Chilean and Latin American brands entered the US, Canada and Mexico through cross-border e-commerce. Here's how they did it.

Jan 10, 2025 · 2 min read
What is a marketplace and how can it help your business?
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What is a marketplace and how can it help your business?

Looking for ways to sell more? Learn what a marketplace is, the pros and cons of selling on one, and how LAP Global helps you sell on marketplaces worldwide.

Sep 12, 2024 · 2 min read
Why does your business need an omnichannel platform?
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Why does your business need an omnichannel platform?

Selling online isn't just about having one store. Customers buy on social media, marketplaces and your website. Here's why an omnichannel platform helps.

Sep 5, 2024 · 2 min read
The benefits of cross-border e-commerce for businesses
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The benefits of cross-border e-commerce for businesses

Cross-border e-commerce has grown fast, creating a unique opportunity for companies looking to expand globally. Discover its key benefits for your business.

Jul 19, 2024 · 2 min read