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Panic-buying did not happen just in physical stores during the enhanced community quarantine as
Filipino consumers also went shopping spree online.
Shopee said in its recent 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale on April 4, the height of the lockdown, consumers took the opportunity to stock up on essentials, particularly health products, at discounted prices, following the recent quarantine restrictions.
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In one day, the portal sold one million medical supplies with face masks the most in demand and the top-sold item.
Shopee said at the Midnight Mega Sale held from 12 a.m. to 2am, Shopee saw six times more items sold compared to an average day.
Home and living, beauty and personal care and mobile accessories emerged as the top-selling categories.
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