What Trump 2.0 Means for Ecom, Domino’s Legacy & Klaviyo’s Stock Shock

In this episode, Mal and Paul tackle the excitement and nerves of ecommerce’s peak season as Black Friday looms large. From tips to survive the busiest time of year to deep dives into major industry shake-ups, this episode covers it all. Mal’s analogy? For some retailers, this season is just the icing, but for others, it’s the whole cake. Here’s what’s baking this week: Countdown to Black Friday: The lads discuss the sense of anticipation and stress across the retail world as massive deals start rolling out. With shoppers ready to spend, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Farewell to a Pioneer: Domino’s CEO Don Meij, who brought robot pizza delivery and app tracking down under, is retiring. Paul and Mal reflect on his 40-year legacy of innovation and customer-first approaches. Klaviyo’s Surprising Stock Drop: Klaviyo posted incredible 54% growth, yet the market punished their stock. Mal and Paul dive into what might be behind the numbers and why this isn’t the first time strong earnings failed to impress investors. Fast Fashion’s Climate Cost: New mandatory climate reporting is coming, and fast fashion giants are squarely in the spotlight. With penalties looming for unsustainable practices, Mal and Paul discuss how this could shift the industry’s biggest players. Trump’s Trade Policy, Round 2: As tariffs loom for Australian brands selling into the US, retailers face a 25% duty on made-in-China goods. How can Aussie brands adapt? Paul shares ideas for minimising the impact, from pricing to currency hedging. The Calm Before December’s Storm: After the Black Friday buzz, retailers should brace for a slowdown in December. The advice? “Think like a squirrel” and prepare for leaner months. Join us for a jam-packed episode full of insights, strategies, and stories from the world of ecommerce! Follow Mal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malchia/ Website: malchia.com Follow Paul LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulwaddyecommerce/ Website: learnecommerce.com Follow Ecom Nation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ecom-nation/ Website: ecomnation.com.au