What Declining Cardboard Box Sales Tell Us About the Us Economy
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Declining cardboard box sales are seen as a worrying sign for the US retail industry and economy, with commenters discussing potential implications and alternative explanations.
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Seriously, wondering with people getting sicker and older, if health-related shipments are up or down.