December Inventory: Turn 2025 Stock Into 2026 Cashflow Before Year-End
December doesn’t have to mean cluttered racks, a packed backroom, and cash tied up in slow movers. For retailers on Max Retail, this time of year is actually one of the best opportunities to unlock working capital before closing the books on 2025.The difference comes down to a few simple actions — and timing.
Why December Matters More Than You ThinkBy mid-December, most retailers notice the same things:
✅ Slow-moving inventory starts to pile up
✅ Backroom space gets tight
✅ Cash feels stuck on hangers instead of working for you
The good news? That inventory still holds value. With the right strategy, December inventory can become cash you can reinvest — not something you carry into the new year.
A Simple Year-End Inventory Checklist
Before the year wraps, we recommend focusing on three high-impact actions:
1. Do a Quick Inventory Audit
Log in and review what’s currently listed on Max Retail:
✅ What’s been live the longest?
✅ What hasn’t moved yet?
✅ What inventory do you still want gone before January 1?
A quick audit helps you prioritize where to focus first.
2. Use Price Drops to Move Aged Inventory
Max Retail Price Drops are designed to increase sell-through without requiring constant price management.When you set up Price Drops:
Older listings move to the front of our sales channelsLower prices unlock a larger pool of buyers
Your inventory becomes eligible for special promotions
You spend less time babysitting listings
Setup takes just a few minutes:
✅ Choose the inventory age you want to discount
✅ Choose how much to discount off wholesale
✅ Let the system do the rest automatically
Set up Price Drops HERE.
The sooner you set a strategy, the sooner slow movers can turn into cash.
3. List Any Lingering Inventory Before Year-End
If you have inventory still sitting in your store or backroom that you don’t want to see in 2026, now is the time to list it. Retailers who consistently list inventory — especially in December — often see additional payouts they can reinvest into next year’s top-selling categories.
Finish Strong, Start SmarterRetailers who take action now often:
✅ Free up space before the new year
✅ Improve cash flow before year-end close
✅ Start January with cleaner inventory and clearer buying plans
There’s still time to make December work for you.
If you need help auditing listings, setting up Price Drops, or deciding what to prioritize, our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Contact success@maxretail.com
Finish 2025 strong — and set yourself up for an even better 2026.
— The Max Retail Customer Success Team
