Primark's new 'supermarket tactic' to woo customers in online price war
Competition from ultra-cheap Chinese retailers and the cost of living crisis could be putting some people off shopping at the store, analysts say.
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Notable Quotes
""It's definitely got more expensive.""
— Eshal Malik , Other
""But when Shein is selling dresses for £3, you've got to respond, right?""
— Natalie Berg , Other
Key People
A Mintel analyst discussing the impact of the cost-of-living crisis.
A 19-year-old student who shops at Primark.
A 30-year-old shopper from Staffordshire discussing alternatives to Primark.
A retail analyst commenting on Primark's pricing strategy.
A 32-year-old shopper from Salford who frequently buys clothes.
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Competition from ultra-cheap Chinese retailers and the cost of living crisis could be putting some people off shopping at the store, analysts say.
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