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It’s the week of epic returns. And, stores hope, added sales

Renata Sago Dec 27, 2017
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It’s the week of epic returns. And, stores hope, added sales

Renata Sago Dec 27, 2017
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The National Retail Federation estimates that 11 percent of online purchases will be returned this year. Even though more people are buying online, they are more inclined to make in-store returns, which brick-and-mortar stores hope will translate into added sales. 

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