Dive Summary:

• According to a report released by eMarketer, U.S. retail ecommerce is expected to total $259 billion for 2013 as the number of digital purchases continues to increase.
• Sales are expected to see continued growth through the year 2017 when revenues for digital purchases are expected to top $430 billion.
• Computer and consumer electronics are reported to make up the majority of ecommerce sales, but clothing apparel and accessories are also expected to be strong markets.

From the article:

In 2013, eMarketer estimates US retail ecommerce sales will total $259 billion, a 14.8% annual increase over 2012’s $225.5 billion. The longer-term outlook is also bright, with digital sales expected to increase at a 14% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2012 to 2017, according to the eMarketer report.