Return Helper closes $4M Series A led by Cathay Venture and MLC Ventures to expand AI cross-border returns logistics in Japan

by | May 29, 2026 | Latest E-commerce News & Updates

Return Helper closed a $4M Series A round in Q1 2026, welcoming new investors Cathay Venture (a Cathay Financial Holdings subsidiary), MLC Ventures (the corporate venture arm of Mitsubishi Logistics), Jun Yue Investment, and Pegatron Venture Capital, alongside returning investor Colopl Next. The Taipei-based startup runs a tech-first cross-border e-commerce returns platform with 20+ overseas warehouses, partnerships with 30+ carriers, and integrations across Shopify, Amazon, TikTok, and eBay. The company reported 60%+ year-over-year revenue growth in 2025 and hit profitability in the second half. Capital will go toward expanding in Japan with Mitsubishi Logistics, building AI agents for automated cross-border returns decisions, and scaling its recommerce business that helps merchants turn returned inventory into recovered revenue.

Paul Drecksler is the founder and editor of Shopifreaks, covering the most important stories in e-commerce.

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