D2C brands on GoKwik network experience surge in festive sales, defying traditional trends
Direct to consumer brands on the GoKwik network saw a massive surge in order volumes on its platforms during the peak marketplace sale period this year, reversing the trend seen last few years when they see a dip in their orders when marketplaces launch their festive season sales.
During the week long marketplace sales, the GMV for D2C brands on the GoKwik network grew 1.5 times in 2023 over the year before. Order volume and GMV surged by 43% and 52%, respectively, around the same time as marketplaces also grew their order volumes.
A year ago, brands on the GoKwik network saw a 7% decrease in order volumes and a marginal jump of 6.5% in the gross merchandise value (GMV).
“This reversal in trend is a sign of natural progression of the eCommerce market. It means that the market is deepening.
It shows that D2C is rapidly gaining popularity among shoppers, who are looking out for best offers and shopping experience,” said Chirag Taneja, co-founder and CEO, GoKwik, adding that the trend reversal did not imply that shoppers preferred D2C over marketplace or vice versa.
“Rather, people are more willing to shop online, be it on marketplaces or on D2C websites, especially if the brands are well established. With better customer experience, D2C is becoming equally popular during festive season shopping,” he added.
The festive season sees a massive uptick in sales as during this time shoppers are high on the intent of making purchases.
Traditionally, marketplaces have been able to tap into the potential in the festive season by launching massive sales. D2C brands had shied away from launching sales during this time for fear of high return to origin (RTO) orders and customer acquisition costs.
However, not all brands in the
