Exploring Regional Back-To-School Shopping Patterns 10/14/2016
In this installment of a new video series, NPD Office Supplies Industry Analyst Leen Nsouli examines who is buying what in different regions of the U.S. and what influences these shopping behaviors.
Here are some highlights from the video:
- School supply packs are gaining popularity among k-6 shoppers.
- Nearly 50% of those with the supply pack option purchased one for all or some of their children.
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