Source: EMARKETER Forecast, December 2023 - February 2024
Note: represents the total dollar value of pre-owned items purchased at physical retail locations such as consignment, donation, or thrift stores; includes resale sections within regular retail stores (e.g., thredUP section in a Macy’s store); includes refurbished products; excludes “open box” items
Additional Note: Sales at pawn shops, auction houses, and dealers of used cars or auto parts are excluded.
Methodology: Estimates are based on the analysis of survey and traffic data from other research firms, historical consumer adoption trends, and demographic adoption trends.