There’s no doubt the stay-at-home orders have affected every part of daily life. The new normal has changed where we can go, who we can see, and how and where we can shop. Even as businesses and schools start to reopen, the majority of shoppers are sticking to online. But not only is how we shop changing, so have our shopping habits.
Some industries, like travel and restaurants, have been devastated, although they are starting to rebound slowly. Others have seen meteroic surges in popularity. The Groupon Coupons team is here to help you shop smartly from home. We’ve been digging through the shopping trends to find the best deals in the categories shoppers are most interested in.
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Interest in stores like Costco and Sam’s Club has been up a whopping 8,500% on the Groupon platform. It makes sense, as traditional grocery stores initially struggled to keep up with demand for certain items, customers turned to these stores. They are also a great place to stock up on nonperishables and bulk buys at a low price.
Since we’re all spending so much time at home, lots of us have turned to home improvement projects. Shoppers have been searching for home improvement 7,036% more since early March. We rounded up a few easy DIY projects to give your space an update, but you might also have other yardwork and decor projects in mind.
Outdoor living is another category getting lots of attention from customers. Interest is up 2,246%! The end of summer is a great time to find a deal on with new patio furniture.
With restrictions on visiting our favorite bars and restaurants, home became are the new hotspot. Shoppers are searching for alcohol delivery 2,444% more than before. And no matter what you drink, Groupon Coupons can deliver. We’ve got deals on wine, alcohol delivery, and more.