Buenos Aires, November 21 (NA) -- With less than three weeks until the traditional tree setup, a price survey for Christmas 2025 reveals an unprecedented disparity in prices between direct import platforms and local retail chains. The difference is abysmal: basic options can be found for under $5,000 on foreign apps, while premium pines in physical stores reach up to $175,000. According to a report by the Argentine News Agency, the search for a good price will force consumers to choose between waiting for international shipping or paying the cost of immediate delivery in the domestic market. The E-commerce Phenomenon: Shein and Aggressive Offers. Cross-border e-commerce platforms, led by Shein according to the data collected, set the season's price floor with values that seem from another era. Basic Small Tree: "High-density luxury" options in reduced sizes are found for $4,964. Classic Style: A standard artificial pine tree for easy assembly is quoted at $11,032. Medium Options: Models with dense branches and metal stands range from $13,610 to $20,287. Top-Tier Imported: A large tree with a metal base for high-impact decoration goes up to $100,712. Christmas Lights 2025: When to Turn Them On in Argentina and Madrid's Display. The Local Market: Easy, Frávega, and Mercado Libre. In national supermarket and appliance store chains, entry-level prices are considerably higher, starting from $50,000 for medium-sized trees (1.20 meters), though with the advantage of installment financing and immediate availability. Entry-Level Range: In Easy, Frávega, and Mercado Libre, the floor for a 1.20-meter Canadian tree or a 500-branch model is in the $48,996 to $49,999 range. Mid-Range (1.50 m): A 1.5-meter luxury pine tree climbs to $76,999. Combo with Decorations: The option to buy a "ready-to-assemble" tree (1.50m or 1.80m Pine + 48/60-piece Gold or Color Ornament Kit) is sold for $129,999. Premium Range: Large-format trees (2.10 to 2.30 meters) with a higher number of branches (over 1,500 tips) in chains like Easy reach prices from $118,996 (on sale) up to $174,996.
