Green Monday is the second largest online shopping event for the holidays

Green Monday is one of the retail industry’s busiest online shopping days, occurring on the second Monday in December. The term was coined by eBay
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in 2007, when the market experienced one of its biggest sales days. Green Monday refers to the color of the US dollar, according to eBay executives, and represents the day many shoppers rush to buy last-minute holiday gifts and take advantage of the deals.

Great deals on Green Monday

While the term Green Monday may not be widely known to shoppers, it comes at a time when consumers are typically reviewing their shopping lists. Many consumers realize that there is less than two weeks left to shop for Christmas, and gift senders realize that Christmas delivery times are just around the corner. Outages begin about ten days before the holiday and vary by carrier and shipping destination.

Green Monday sales on eBay offer buyers incredible values ​​across many categories, including technology, fashion, and home goods. From new items to professionally refurbished, the market has everything for those looking to finish off their gift lists. According to the executives, eBay is extending its sales until Wednesday, December 14, and offers will be reduced so that buyers can find the perfect item they are looking for. Some of the best deals include eBay’s refurbished DJI Mini 2 drone almost 30% off, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 almost 50% off, and the Kaycie Gray 3-Piece Comforter Set 80% off.

eBay’s popular gift categories lean towards thoughtful gifts

During Cyber ​​5 (the five days between Thanksgiving and Cyber ​​Monday), eBay’s hot and in-demand products included a wide range of popular items, including A Ma Manier Jordan 4 sneakers, Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklaces, the Craftsman 230 Piece Mechanics Tool Set and the Saddle by Dior bag. “As predicted in our holiday outlook published in late October, enthusiasts are scouring the market for intentional gifts for others and themselves. We expect demand for high-value, high-passion items to continue through Green Monday,” eBay executives said.

Trendy gifts on eBay this season include sneakers, luxury watches, and handbags. “We see a lot of excitement this time of year for jewelry, a category we recently expanded to cover our Assurance of Authenticity service,” according to eBay, which has 7.8 million fine jewelry listings. Refurbished electronics and appliances from brands like Bose, DJI, Dyson, Samsung and Sony are also top sellers around the holidays. Dyson’s V8 vacuum alone has seen growth of over 2,800% since June 2022.

Hard to find toys and games.

And of course, few categories are more prominent during the holidays than toys and games. Shoppers often turn to eBay for trendy items and those that are particularly hard to find. Lego searches Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is up more than 500% since January of this year, while Mattel
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Meditation Mouse jumped more than 700% from January to September.

Second-hand luxury fashion items are popular

Shoppers have been looking for highly personal and valuable items, and there is a strong desire to give the ideal gift. “We also see a greater appetite for second-hand fashion and luxury items. In a survey with Vogue Business, we found that nearly 70% of consumers shop for second-hand items, with eBay topping the list as their most popular destination,” eBay stated.

Green Monday expands beyond online shopping

With consumers embracing the idea of ​​hybrid shopping, many retailers are capitalizing on Green Monday with promotions for both online and in-store purchases. Amazon
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Best Buy
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Macy’s, Kohl’s, Target
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, and Walmart have participated in Green Monday promotional events. Categories that are heavily discounted include electronics, televisions, computers, home décor, and seasonal items.