The holidays are rapidly approaching and we have the latest in shopping and holiday gift card trends for this season!
According to the National Retail Federation’s Holiday Consumer Spending Survey, consumers will spend an average of $805.65 on food, decorations, gifts, and more this holiday season, the highest amount in the survey’s 15-year history! Top findings of consumers surveyed showed:
Back in 2008, the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) launched its Pulse Study, tracking industry suppliers and program owners for their view on the economy’s impact on merchandise and gift card programs. Now, 7 years later, trends are looking the best they have in years. The overall impact of the economy is a positive one and budgets are up.
Read 5 more trends from The IRF Pulse Study here!
Gift cards have been the most requested gift by consumers for the last 9 years! It’s easy to thank everyone this season with gift cards. Gift cards help your employees, vendors, and customers remember their holiday gift and make buying and giving more convenient and budget friendly. GiftCard Partners helps companies select the right card that will leave a lasting impression on employees, vendors, and customers. We also provide our clients gift cards, such as CVS/pharmacy®, The Cheesecake Factory and more, at discounts based on the volume of your order. Call us today at 1.800.413.9101 or place your order now, just in time for the holidays!