Alibaba.com reported significant growth during its March Expo 2025, with US SME orders increasing 27% year-over-year. Sports products saw a 30% uptick, with pickleball-related items surging 197%. The shift toward digital sourcing is accelerating, as 44% of SMEs plan to change suppliers through online B2B marketplaces this year. Research shows 59% of US SMEs now consider digital sourcing more important than last year, reflecting a fundamental change in B2B commerce dynamics.