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Walmart’s seasonal practices and incentives around holiday shipping have evolved, impacting seller margins and fulfillment decisions. As the peak season nears, adjusting operations seem the way to avoid hidden costs. This update aggregates Walmart’s official announcements and credible industry reporting to present a complete picture.
From Walmart’s own “Holiday Hub” and Marketplace blog:
These changes reflect Walmart’s effort to balance seller support with customer expectations during peak shopping.
While Walmart’s incentives soften many cost pressures, certain penalty or peak-demand surcharges remain relevant, especially from logistics and carriers:
Time Frame | Action Items | Why It Matters |
---|---|---|
Now | Review which SKUs you plan to activate for holiday; check which ones are eligible for WFS and incentives. | You need enough lead time to send inventory and qualify. |
Before October 1, 2025 | Opt into WFS for holiday-eligible products. | Only WFS-registered SKUs can benefit fully. |
October – December | Monitor inventory age, ensure fast turnover; track performance metrics daily. | Avoid carrying long-held stock (fees may kick in), and maintain high service levels. |
Ongoing | Adjust pricing factoring in referral, storage, shipping costs; optimize packaging dimensions. | Even waived fees have constraints; every extra inch or pound can push you over thresholds. |
Walmart’s 2025 holiday shipping policy shows a more seller-friendly stance, especially via storage fee waivers, referral discounts, and expanded fulfillment features. But the devil lies in the details. Sellers must act decisively now, onboard to WFS, plan inventory flow, meet performance thresholds, and keep a sharp eye on hidden surcharges from third-party carriers.
Source: Walmart Marketplace
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