limited inventory
[ˈlɪmɪtɪd ɪnˈvɛntəri]
nounpl: limited inventories
estoque limitado
1. A restricted quantity of goods or products available for sale, typically less than the demand
The store announced a limited inventory of the new gaming console.
A loja anunciou um estoque limitado do novo console de videogame.
2. A business condition where the supply of merchandise is constrained or finite
Due to limited inventory, customers were advised to purchase early.
Devido ao estoque limitado, os clientes foram aconselhados a comprar cedo.
3. A marketing strategy emphasizing scarcity to encourage immediate purchases
The company uses limited inventory as a sales tactic for exclusive products.
A empresa usa estoque limitado como tática de vendas para produtos exclusivos.
In Brazil, 'estoque limitado' is heavily used in retail and e-commerce to create urgency and drive sales. This term became increasingly prevalent with the growth of online shopping and marketing strategies emphasizing exclusivity. In the USA and NYC, 'limited inventory' serves similar marketing functions, particularly in sneaker culture, gaming releases, and fashion retail.
NYC Slang
limited drops / limited stock (informal retail slang)
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