Pakistan’s online shopping scene has changed a lot in the last couple of years. More people are buying on Daraz, scrolling Facebook shops, and ordering through Instagram pages than ever before. And for anyone looking to start or grow an online business, that’s a real opportunity sitting right there. But here’s where most people get […]
Every year, winter catches the same importers off guard. Not because they didn’t know it was coming, they just waited too long to act. By the time temperatures start dropping in November and buyers are actively looking, the smart importers already have their stock sitting in the warehouse, priced, and ready to move. The ones […]
Most people find out the hard way. You don’t have to. There’s a moment every new importer goes through. They land on Alibaba; see a product they’ve been selling locally for Rs. 5,000 listed at the equivalent of Rs. 800, and think, this is it. I’ve cracked the code. So, they message the supplier, place […]
Sourcing products from China can be a highly profitable strategy for businesses importing into Pakistan. Yet, focusing solely on factory prices often leaves a hidden threat: shipping-related costs that quietly erode your margins. Delays, tariffs, freight volatility, and complex customs procedures can all turn a seemingly profitable deal into a financial challenge. The key lies […]