Buy-box price is 39.3% below MSRP and a 3P seller controls the listing

The HP OfficeJet Pro 8139e Wireless All-in-One Printer with 1 Full Year Instant Ink with HP+, AI-enabled was tracked for 22 day(s). During this period, the Buy Box price was $169.99 against an MSRP/MAP of $279.99. The product's pricing health is currently flagged as critical.
FLOOR PRICE ($)
$169.99
MAX PRICE ($)
$169.99
AVG PRICE ($)
$169.99
EROSION (%)
39.29%
MSRP/MAP ($)
$279.99
The product held steady at $169.99 throughout the tracking period. Compared to its MSRP of $279.99, the floor price reflects a severe variance of 39.29% erosion.
| Seller | Condition | Price vs MSRP | Buy box days | Erosion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3PHP· Top | New | $169.99 −$110.00 below MSRP | 22d (100%) | 39.29% |
The Buy Box for HP OfficeJet Pro 8139e Wireless All-in-One Printer with 1 Full Year Instant Ink with HP+, AI-enabled is primarily held by HP (3P) with a 100% share, winning the Buy Box for 22 out of 22 tracked days.
Buy-box price held flat at $169.99 throughout the tracking period. It entered the period already $110.00 below MSRP ($279.99), before any crowding pressure arrived. Seller count peaked at 1 on 09/09 — adding +0 net sellers over the full period. Seller activity and pricing have both been steady — no acute competitive pressure detected.
Comparing sellers before Sep 28 vs last 3 days of 22-day tracking period
No new sellers in recent period
No sellers exited in recent period
$110.00
Severe erosion — floor is $110.00 (39.3%) below MSRP; the product is well below its intended price point and brand integrity is at risk.
1 3P Seller
3P activity is limited to 1 seller — controlled.
HP
HP (3P) dominates the buy box with 22 wins at $169.99, 39.3% below MAP.
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