Discount: who doesn't like it? It encourages people to buy more of their regular product of choice at one time, or to try new products that are of little interest at the standard price. Although a discount represents a reduction in the initial price, it usually results in increased profits for the retailer. Find out how discounts work and when it is worth taking advantage of them.
Discount vs. rebate - are they the same thing?
Discount, discount, rebate - these terms are usually used interchangeably. However, this is only correct for a price reduction. Meanwhile, there are different types of discounts, including commodity discounts, when the seller adds extra products free of charge. On this basis, there are 2+1 or two-for-one promotions.
More often than not, there are quota or percentage discounts. In the first case, there is a reduction in the price of the product by a specific amount. However, retailers usually choose to introduce a percentage discount because it looks more favourable to customers. For example, you are more likely to reach for an item labelled '-10%' than '-£1', even though the value of the product after the discount will be the same.
How to calculate the rebate - possible scenarios
How do I calculate a percentage or amount discount? Nowadays, most shops display the price with the discount applied. The previous amount is crossed out, which further attracts the attention of the potential buyer. If the trader has not indicated the discounted price of the goods, it is easy to calculate the cost yourself.
Discount vouchers guaranteeing discounts for specific amounts at different shops are still common. For these, it is sufficient to subtract the amount of the discount from the original price. Sometimes it is possible to pay for products with vouchers. 
How do I calculate the percentage discount? You need to multiply the price of the goods by the percentage discount. You will get the amount you need to subtract from the initial value. After subtraction, you will know how much you will save on the transaction.
Discounting - the most common form of discounting at discounters
Discounts are a hallmark of discount stores. Therefore, it is difficult to enter them just for one product - especially if it will be in a 2+1 promotion. But beware - this type of discount often applies to goods with a short shelf life. Both in stationary shops and online, taking advantage of discounts sometimes requires certain conditions, e.g. having a loyalty card which is a kind of promotional coupon.
Online shops or mobile apps often offer discount codes for new customers. These can only be used during the first order or after signing up to a newsletter. It is worth keeping an eye on sites that regularly publish promotional codes for use at different shops. When combining several promotions, you can get really big discounts.
Sometimes promotional codes are also published by influencers who have partnered with the retailer. If a customer uses a unique password, a fraction of the value of the product sold goes into their pocket. In all of the above cases, the trader is obliged to include information about the discount applied on the receipt or invoice.
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