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Walmart's Collectibles Play is Showing Us Where Retail is Heading
Walmart is using limited-time draws to sell scarce collectibles, including basketball cards, NeeDoh toys, and Pokémon boxes. Shoppers enter during a set window and are randomly selected instead of racing to checkout. The format creates anticipation and gives collectors a reason to discuss entry rules and results online. It shows how intentional friction can turn scarce products into experiences rather than simple transactions.
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