UK second-hand online shopping reaches two-thirds of consumers

Published 21/07/2025, 12:50
UK second-hand online shopping reaches two-thirds of consumers

Investing.com -- Two-thirds of consumers in the UK purchased second-hand goods online last year, according to new research from the Centre for Economics and Business Research.

The study, commissioned by Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), revealed that the market for used goods in the UK is growing rapidly.

Sales of second-hand items are projected to reach £4.8 billion this year, marking an increase from £4.3 billion in 2024.

This trend indicates a significant shift in consumer shopping habits across the United Kingdom (TADAWUL:4280), with more people turning to online platforms for pre-owned merchandise.

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