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Knowing that the demand for used goods could increase in our slow-growth economy, Sageworks analyzed how this type of retailer (second-hand stores, thrift shops, used good stores, etc.) fares differently from its retailing peers.
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Much of what is on sale can be bought at dollar stores, Halloween shops and other discount stores for next to nothing but placed within the Lady Gaga brand and you have instant luxury prices.
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As for the industries listed below, Sageworks data shows that Other Specialty Food Stores (which includes bakeries and confectionery and nut stores), Pet and Pet Supplies Stores, and Other Clothing Stores (which includes bridal shops, costume stores, swimwear stores, etc) all experienced sales increases of over 3.80% in 2010 over 2009.
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