Tag: import

[Southeast Asia] Export Potential in Indonesia (PART I)

Indonesia may not be as big as China in terms of scale and population, but it pretty much is in every other sense of the word, thanks to its limitless opportunities for businesses – large and small alike. Here in the first ‘episode’ of the Southeast Asia analyzing series, we take a look at Indonesia […]

Looking to trade? Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid

Ever have that feeling that a deal seems too good to be true? That little nudge of doubt that makes you hesitate to trade? Using your intuition (along with a good team of advisors) is critical to safely navigating the risky waters of international trade. But sometimes the alluring sense of a little extra profit […]

12 ways to find buyers/buying leads for your import-export business (PART 2)

“How can I find buyer leads?” / “How to find buyers?” are one of the first questions any importer & exporter asks him or herself, and it is never ending. ->> 12 ways to find buyers/buying leads for your import-export business (PART 1) For your business to thrive, you’ll need a steady stream of buyers. Maybe you have […]

12 ways to find buyers/buying leads for your import-export business (PART 1)

“How can I find buyer leads?” / “How to find buyers?” are one of the first questions any importer & exporter asks him or herself, and it is never ending. For your business to thrive, you’ll need a steady stream of buyers. Maybe you have one or two in your pocket already, but if they […]

Find the right ‘niche’ to elevate your import/export business to new heights

Niche, import, export, e-commerce, etc.. Look up any online forum or article about these terms, and you’ll be presented with a bevy of statistics that measure success by the total revenue of general product categories. While this is good information for governments and university assignments, it does little to help you evaluate the most profitable […]

How to minimize import/export risks through product diversification

The term diversification is often used as part of a stock market strategy – a specific tactic that involves buying multiple types of stocks to lessen the risk of losing your investment if one of them doesn’t perform well. But the strategy is in fact just as effective for importers and exporters. Below are 3 […]

Terms to keep in mind before starting your import/export business

Entering the world of import-export can be exhilarating, profitable and confusing all at the same time. When you’re beginning to connect with buyers and sellers for your international trade business, you may notice a lot of acronyms in their listings. Industry-specific shorthand such as AWB, DA, DP, DAP and LC can feel like an overwhelming […]

5 things to know before starting your import/export business

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you planning a move into the export or import trade? Are you asking yourself, “How should I get into import export, so I can get away from working 9-to-5 day after day?”. Import/export is a very lucrative business, but also one fraught with risks. One good new though: When armed with deep and relevant […]

3 Reasons Why Everyone can Participate in the Import-Export Playground

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Import-export is a challenging playground in many’s book. Supposed you’re just starting out, or even if you’ve got an established small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), the idea of getting your business “going global” can seem daunting. You’re not alone. Micro firms and SMEs account for almost 95% of businesses in most countries, but they’re only […]

Tramping down import/export barriers for a smooth business expansion

So you want to sell to the world, but are having issues on taxes, regulations and the overall experience of import – export? You’ve come to the right place. Thanks to the Internet and the help from Boxme Global, setting up an import/export business can be surprisingly simple and very profitable. Here are ways to […]