retaildive.com·Apr 23, 2026
EBay is closing its San Francisco office and laying off 28 employees as part of a broader strategy that includes cutting 800 roles globally and refocusing on fashion and peer-to-peer sales. The company aims to enhance its operations while continuing to hire in critical areas.
EBay's strategic refocus on fashion, peer-to-peer sales, and resale—highlighted by its acquisition of Depop—signals a major shift towards the booming resale market, which is growing significantly faster than the overall apparel market. For ecommerce professionals, this emphasizes the importance of integrating resale and peer-to-peer sales strategies into their business models to capitalize on this expanding segment.