Survey: Interest in second hand shopping and repairs on the rise, but barriers remain

Michael Holder
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Majority of UK, US, and German consumers are aware repair and second hand products offer savings, but many are still buying new, Klarna poll finds

The vast majority of consumers across the UK, US, and Germany appear to be aware of the financial savings on offer from repairing or purchasing second-hand clothes and electronics, yet cost and convenience...

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