Resale, recommerce, and circular economy growth

The resale and recommerce market is reaching a tipping point, with branded resale programs, pre-loved fashion, and secondhand gifting all accelerating as supply grows from GLP-1 wardrobe turnover and demand is normalized by mainstream platforms.

Who it affects: retail executives, e-commerce brands, consumers, DTC founders

Notable: The global resale market is projected to reach $360 billion by 2030, up from around $210 billion. A BCG/Vestiaire Collective survey found 42% of consumers plan to increase spending on pre-loved items. Thredup reported a 59% YoY increase in gift card purchases in November. Vinted recently raised funding at an $8 billion valuation. Brands are bringing resale in-house to capture revenue currently going to Poshmark and Depop.

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