Boston, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/25/2013 -- Value sales of direct selling declined by 3% in 2012. The number of reported dishonest business practices increased in direct selling over the last decade, resulting in a negative image of the industry as a whole among consumers. In particular, elderly consumers are typically concerned about health and are often lonely. As retired individuals stay at home most of their time, they are more vulnerable to unsolicited sales by selective fraudulent direct sellers. With retirement savings, elderly...

Euromonitor International's Direct Selling in Japan report offers insight into key trends and developments driving the industry. The report examines all retail channels to provide sector insight. Channels include hypermarkets, supermarkets, discounters, convenience stores, mixed retailers, health and beauty retailers, clothing and footwear retailers, furniture and furnishing stores, DIY and hardware stores, durable goods retailers, leisure and personal goods retailers. There are profiles of leading retailers, with analysis of their performance and the challenges they face. There is also analysis of non-store retailing: vending; homeshopping; internet retailing; direct selling, as available.

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Product coverage: Apparel Direct Selling, Beauty and Personal Care Direct Selling, Consumer Appliances Direct Selling, Consumer Electronics and Video Games Hardware Direct Selling, Consumer Healthcare Direct Selling, Food and Drink Direct Selling, Furniture and Homewares Direct Selling, Home Care Direct Selling, Home Improvement and Gardening Direct Selling, Media Products Direct Selling, Other Direct Selling, Toys and Games Direct Selling.

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