"Trader Joe's Mini Tote Bags: From $3 to Hundreds Online"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Trader Joe's $2.99 mini canvas totes have gone viral on social media, leading to high demand and reselling for hundreds of dollars on platforms like eBay and Facebook Marketplace. The grocery chain has acknowledged the unexpected popularity of the totes and plans to restock them in late summer, while emphasizing that they do not condone the reselling of their products. This phenomenon reflects the impact of exclusivity and limited supply on consumer behavior, similar to other viral products like Stanley cups.