Overview
New research examining the resurgence of layaway programs
One of the exhibits included in this report:

- Discussion of the consumer appeal of layaway
- Demographic profile of users of layaway services
- Layaway's benefits to leading retailers
- New merchandising opportunities beyond the traditional holiday season, especially for e-commerce retailers
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