The e-commerce industry has undergone considerable changes as many states have implemented temporary closure of stay at home orders to check the spread of Coronavirus. People are not just buying more online, their buying behavior has also changed. There has been a rise in demand for home fitness products including weight training equipment, fitness accessories, and yoga equipment since gyms are temporarily closed. Since most people are performing workout sessions at home, there has been a decline in demand for gym bags and outdoor sports equipment.
Many organizations have opted for a work from home policy, which has increased the demand for computer monitors, keyboards & mouse as well as office chairs as people try to create a home office temporarily. Since travel has been prohibited, there is a decline in demand for suitcases, briefcases and camera categories. This Stackline infographic shares insights on the fastest growing and declining categories in e-commerce.
