More than half (53%) say they enjoy hunting for deals on second-hand items, with one third (34%) saying they always seek second-hand or refurbished offers first. Amazon sold 4 million returned and refurbished products in the UK last year online through Amazon Second Chance saving British customers more than £100 million. “Some of the most popular products that people search for on Amazon are also available as quality second-hand items. When you buy second hand, you’re not just saving money, you are also giving a product a second chance. Customers can visit the Second Chance Store, stocked with quality returns from Amazon up until 12 December, with all sales proceeds going to Barnardo’s.

Source: The Times December 08, 2023 22:26 UTC