Dossier
office supplies
Coverage of office supplies in the Nexus archive.
- Amazon’s record Prime Day masks a darker truth: Americans are spending more and getting less
Americans are projected to spend a record $26.3 billion during Amazon’s four-day Prime Day sale in 2026, but average order sizes have dropped by 17% compared to the previous year, indicating more buyers spending less per transaction. The decline reflects economic pressures like Trump-era tariffs, which reduced seller discounts while driving consumers to prioritize essentials like office supplies and books over discretionary items.
- Where do office supplies belong? Here’s a hint: it’s in the name
The article discusses the ethical issue of employees taking office supplies like pens, soda, or coffee capsules home, arguing that such actions are wrong despite some people's belief that it is acceptable or common behavior.