The newspaper writes that a significant surplus of household appliances has formed in the warehouses of a number of Russian distributors and manufacturers of appliances. “Kommersant”citing sources in companies.
The article says that electronics stocks were formed last year as a result of excessive demand for the products. In addition, in 2022, Russian brands and distributors producing equipment in China increased their purchases in anticipation of the closure of supply channels and shortages.
As a result, overstocking of warehouses led to logistical problems and a decrease in demand for goods. The publication states that part of the equipment ordered in the spring and summer of last year has now reached Russia.
Experts believe that price reductions should not be expected against the background of the current situation, as suppliers are likely to reduce order volume until they sell their stock.
Anton Guskov, director of public relations for the RATEK association and representatives of the Citilink and M.Video-Eldorado group, told the newspaper that large electronics store chains do not feel an excessive abundance of goods.
previous work showedThat almost half of Russians are looking for stocks to buy goods.