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14.5% -- retail return rate for US retail sector (2023)
In 2023, the overall retail return rate in the US was 14.5% of sales.
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14.5%
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2023
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National Retail Federation / Appriss Retail
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https://dimensionmarketresearch.com/report/us-plus-size-womens-clothing-market/ ↗
Source Article
US Plus Size Women's Clothing Market Size to Reach USD 159.4 Bn by 2034 | DMR
Market Overview
The U.S. plus-size women’s Clothing Market is anticipated to reach USD 111.5 billion by 2025 and is forecasted to grow at a steady CAGR of 4.1% from 2025 to 2034, ultimately achieving a market valuation of USD 159.4 billion by 2034.
This upward trend reflects a strong cultural and co…
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National Retail Federation / Appriss Retail
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NRF/Appriss Retail returns report
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Trend Over Time
| Period | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 11% | |
| 2023 (current) | 14.5% | +31.8% |
| 2025 | 15.8% | +9.0% |
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