Thrifting: Understanding the Popularity and Prevalence of Shopping at Thrift Stores

What percentage of people shop at thrift stores? “”According to America’s Research Group, a consumer research firm, about 16 – 18% of Americans will shop at a thrift store during a given year. For consignment/resale shops, it’s about 12 – 15%. Read more on www.census.gov In recent years, thrifting—or shopping at thrift stores—has grown in … Read more

Target Consumers for Convenience Stores: Who are They and What Do They Want?

Who are the target consumers for convenience stores? The typical customer at a convenience store is a blue collar male between the age of 18 and 34. Beer and cigarettes together represent about 1/3 of merchandise sales. However, Luna’s is targeting the “”Yuppies,”” as the professional market grows. Read more on www.bplans.com Most urban centers … Read more