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CDs Are Making an Unexpected Comeback. The Reason Isn’t Just Nostalgia

inc.com · 8d

CDs Are Making an Unexpected Comeback. The Reason Isn’t Just Nostalgia

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Sales of the once-dormant format jumped nearly 60 percent in the first half of 2026, thanks to collectible K-pop albums, growing demand from younger consumers, and a retro-tech boom.

First report: Walmart's $40 portable CD player has a retro look with modern features thestreet.com, 11d

The coverage

  1. Sales of CD and vinyl music sees strong resurgence amid physical media backlash — US sales of ‘retro media’ were up 59% and 18%, respectively, in H1 2026

    tomshardware.com · 8d

  2. CD sales are booming as physical media continues its resurgence

    theverge.com · 9d

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