E-Commerce Sales Surged During the Pandemic

Annual Retail Trade Survey shows impact of online shopping on retail sales during COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more in this story.

America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers E-Commerce Sales Surged During the Pandemic Has the pandemic changed the way you shop? Do you now routinely have your groceries delivered or opt for curbside pickup? You're not alone. Consumer behaviors have changed in many ways since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. More began working from home and avoiding indoor venues, including shopping malls and restaurants. Read More Because of these consumer behavior changes, e-commerce has continued to grow and many brands have been pivoting their business strategies to remain competitive. While retail e-commerce grew, sales in some industries declined from 2019 to 2020 as pandemic-related lockdowns kept people at home, working, shopping and even studying online. Continue reading to learn more about: E-commerce boom How some industries fared Retail evolution Help us spread the word about America Counts. Share this story on social media or forward it to a friend. Share This You May Be Interested Think Online Retail Is the Largest E-Commerce Sector? Think Again: Manufacturing ranked first in e-commerce shipments in 2018, making up $4.0 trillion of the $6.0 trillion in total value of manufacturing shipments. Learn More About America Counts America Counts tells the stories behind the numbers in a new inviting way. It features stories on various topics such as families, housing, employment, business, education, economy, emergency management, health, population, income and poverty. Contact our Public Information Office for media inquiries or interviews. Don't miss an America Counts story! Subscribe here.

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