The present invention provides a computerized system and methods for
conducting on-line auctions. One or more concurrent auctions for one or
more lots of products or services may be conducted. A dynamic pricing
mechanism allows bidders to view the price at which a lot is offered and
to make a bid when the price is acceptable to the bidder. In some
embodiments, the results of the auction of one lot affect the starting
price, reserve price and other characteristics of auctions for subsequent
lots. In some embodiments, the pricing of a lot may depend more generally
on the demand for similar products. Multiple stage auctions with
declining price and rising price aspects are also provided.