The Collectibles Craze: A Shift Back to Tangible Experiences? The recent surge in demand for collectibles, from squishy toys to K pop CDs, has retailers scrambling to keep up.
This trend appears to be a nostalgic throwback to the days of cassette tapes and VHS players. However, British retail bosses argue that there's something more profound at play.
HMV has seen a 12% increase in foot traffic, largely driven by younger customers seeking out physical products.