The Great Debate Settled: Ecommerce vs. Dropshipping - Which is Better?
Ecommerce and dropshipping are taking the retail world by storm.
In 2021, global ecommerce sales topped $4.2 trillion, representing nearly 20% of all retail sales.
By the end of 2024, ecommerce is projected to account for 22% of all retail sales worldwide.
And dropshipping has exploded right alongside ecommerce.
The dropshipping market size was valued at $162.9 billion in 2019.
It's forecast to grow at a CAGR of 31.6% from 2020 to 2027.
With online shopping booming, ecommerce and dropshipping offer exciting opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs.
You can start an online business from home and reach customers around the world.
But, how do ecommerce and dropshipping compare?
Should you build a traditional ecommerce store or use the dropshipping model?
What are the key differences entrepreneurs need to consider?
This guide breaks down everything you need to know about ecommerce vs dropshipping.
You'll learn the good and bad of each.
Then, you can choose the best one for your online store.
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