Green pieces, higher prices

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Green pieces, higher prices

Written by Matthew Calvert
Published: 06-23-2026

Overview

IKEA is considering a new eco-friendly furniture collection made from recycled materials. The products cost more to make, so IKEA must decide whether customers will pay a sustainability premium without weakening its value-for-money brand. Candidates evaluate customer segments, interpret a simple stacked bar chart, calculate profitability under different prices, brainstorm launch ideas, and recommend a path forward.

Formats available

📄 Peer practice PDF

Case info

Difficulty

Beginner

Case type

Pricing, Strategy

Industry

Retail

Company

IKEA

Geography

Global

Additional info

Includes charts and/or data analysis


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