Amazon and Flipkart cut seller fees to accelerate growth in smaller Indian cities
Amazon has reduced fees twice since last year on products below Rs 1,000, while Flipkart has eliminated fashion commissions. The moves target merchants and value-led demand in tier-two and tier-three markets, trading near-term margin pressure for volume growth.
Amazon and Flipkart are cutting seller commissions, including Flipkart’s zero-fashion commission, to attract merchants and affordable-product demand in smaller Indian cities. The platforms expect short-term profitability pressure but higher volumes and customer growth from non-metro markets.
Why this matters
Amazon India's fee cuts complement its August 7 Great Freedom Sale plan, which pairs AI-led shopping tools with bank offers and daily deals, while ED scrutiny of Amazon and Flipkart remains a parallel pressure.
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