Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) stocks took flight in 2021, propelled by a pandemic-driven shift in consumer behaviour, coupled with the growth of social media and a rising demand for convenience, authenticity, and a high-quality customer experience. Many D2C companies achieved staggering valuations despite being unprofitable. In recent times these companies have struggled to justify their valuation heights of 2021. In the slide below, we look at some of the most well-known D2C stocks and just how humbling their fall has been.