Shopify report says US merchants generate $688 billion in economic activity, support 2.3 million jobs in year to June 2026

By Public Technologies
  • Shopify market analysis found US merchants generated $688 billion in economic activity, supporting 2.3 million jobs in the year to June 30, 2026.
  • Jobs supported doubled since 2022, pointing to faster scaling across the Shopify ecosystem.
  • Global Shopify data showed entrepreneurs supported 9.6 million jobs, generating more than $1.2 trillion in economic activity.
  • AI-referred sessions converted 80% better than organic search, with average order values 14% higher in April–June 2026.
  • Cross-border sales reached $68 billion globally, with rural share up 4.4x over six years.


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