85% of global online population shopped online

Summary: More than 85% of the world’s online population has used the Internet to make a purchase, increasing the market for online shopping by 40% in 2006-2007, according to Nielsen. In 2006 only 10% of the world’s population (627 mln) had shopped online. During 2006-2007 this number has increased by approximately 40% (to 875 mln).

By NB for IT Facts | February 2, 2008 -- 23:33 GMT (15:33 PST)

More than 85% of the world’s online population has used the Internet to make a purchase, increasing the market for online shopping by 40% in 2006-2007, according to Nielsen. In 2006 only 10% of the world’s population (627 mln) had shopped online. During 2006-2007 this number has increased by approximately 40% (to 875 mln).

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