Benchmarking Insights from 262 1P Vendors on 2026 AVNs, Pricing Plans, Margin Health, and More 1 minute read (Full report available for download below) Annual Vendor Negotiations (AVNs) remain one of the most consequential moments of the year for Amazon 1P brands, with lasting implications for profitability, investment levels, and the overall trajectory of the […]
TL;DR: CPG growth forecasts for 2025–2026 have edged higher following a stronger-than-expected 2Q, but consumer sentiment remains fragile and uncertainty persists. Margins are set to contract in 2025 under tariff and cost pressures, though still healthy relative to historic norms. Innovation, price pack architecture, disciplined pricing, sustained brand investment, targeted promotions, and eCommerce remain the […]
TL;DR: This comprehensive strategy workbook combines forecasts, consumer brand benchmarks, and expert intel with 10 hands-on tools for best-in-class Amazon strategy and execution in 2026. 1 minute read Log in to download the full workbook linked at the bottom Our Amazon Strategy Workbook includes All-Signal, No Noise insights digital leaders need to forecast their business, […]
TL;DR: Retail sales grew +3.9% Y/Y in 2Q25, fueled by digital channel sales growth of +5.3% Y/Y and brick & mortar (B&M) sales growth of +3.6% Y/Y. Both physical and digital channels decelerated compared to growth rates in 1Q24, although year-to-date performance of +4.2% Y/Y has trended ahead of downbeat expectations following the announcement of […]
TL;DR: This editable one-page PowerPoint tool will help you build a business case for your next Amazon content investment. Whether you’re exploring PDP videos, Premium A+ modules, review integration, or brand stores, the brief guides you to assess and communicate the rationale, resourcing needs, and potential ROI, backed by Stratably benchmarking of 229 consumer brands. […]
TL;DR: Cost price increase plans are widespread in 2025, with a benchmarked average increase of +5.7%. Success depends on approaching CPIs as a multi-phase process, backed by detailed cost data, awareness of Amazon’s margin logic, and clear evidence that retail prices are already moving up elsewhere. In the event of a CPI rejection, brands can […]
Comprehensive benchmarking data from 180 Amazon 1P vendors on the 2025 AVN cycle, brands’ profitability on Amazon, and brands’ response to tariff-driven cost pressures. 2 minute read Log in to download the full report linked at the bottom With 2025 AVNs completed for most brands, Stratably and Consulterce teamed up on a benchmark study to […]