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Core Viewpoint - The emerging trend of "first-store economy" is becoming a new focus for urban commercial development, but it is accompanied by gray market activities such as scalping, which distorts the intended innovation and vitality of this economic model [1][3]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - Consumers are willing to queue for new experiences, providing free publicity for brands and malls, while scalpers exploit this by reselling products at a markup of 10 to 30 yuan per item [2]. - The presence of scalpers has become a normalized part of the market, with brands and malls not intervening, as long queues are seen as indicators of market "heat" [3]. Group 2: Economic Implications - The proliferation of scalpers artificially inflates the perception of product scarcity, leading to consumer panic buying and distorting genuine market feedback [3]. - Data indicates that the popularity of first stores is often short-lived, with a closure rate exceeding 26% for new openings in the first half of 2025 [3]. Group 3: Future Strategies - To avoid the "flash-in-the-pan" phenomenon of first stores, cities and brands should focus on long-term development rather than short-term hype, enhancing supply and consumer experiences [4]. - The Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Finance are promoting pilot programs to encourage diverse consumption models that support sustainable growth in the first-store economy [5].