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B2B Resale Platform LePrix Focuses on Wholesale, Expands to Europe
B2B Payments // August 18, 2022

Aiming to make it easier for merchants to tap into what it says is one of the fastest growing sectors in retail, LePrix has expanded its B2B marketplace for pre-owned luxury goods into Europe and has converted its consumer-facing website (leprix.com) to a wholesale platform. ...

The RealReal’s Biggest Problem Right Now Is Hiring People
Earnings // August 10, 2022

With The RealReal’s active buyers up over 20%, gross merchandise value (GMV) rising 30%, orders jumping 40% and total revenue rising nearly 50%, one might assume that all was well at the self-titled “largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods.” Get the Full Story...

Authenticating Luxury Goods, Remotely And Reliably
Retail // January 13, 2020

There is no shortage of online marketplaces for consumers seeking luxury goods, slightly used. The challenge, however, is knowing they are actually getting the real deal. Counterfeiting is a thriving global business that is expected to rake in around $1.8 trillion by the end of 2020. That’s a massive...

The RealReal Notches $300M In IPO
Retail // June 28, 2019

In its U.S. initial public offering (IPO), eCommerce luxury reseller The RealReal Inc. has notched $300 million. The company priced its shares above a target range, having sold 15 million shares for $20 apiece following their marketing at $17 to $19, Bloomberg reported. Get the...

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Recommerce Heats Up as Consumers Feel Inflation’s Pinch

March 27, 2023
Ongoing inflation has led to a boom in sales for luxury resale platforms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from PYMNTS […]

The RealReal Notches $300M In IPO

June 28, 2019
In its U.S. initial public offering (IPO), eCommerce luxury reseller The RealReal Inc. has notched $300 million. The company priced its shares above a target range, having sold 15 million...

The RealReal Mulling An IPO This Year

January 21, 2019
The RealReal, the online luxury reseller, is reportedly mulling an initial public offering, reported Reuters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...