The most popular Gift Cards 2023

Did you know that gift cards are a $518 billion-a-year industry? About $400 billion is spent just during the holiday season.

"Giving a gift card is cool, but it's not as much fun as receiving and using one."


~Jane Deaux

As you would imagine, the top three most-popular industries using gift cards are major retailers, restaurants and entertainment.

Amazon
Walmart
Home Depot
Best Buy
Lowes
Foot Locker
Nike
Starbucks

Nordstrom
Bed, Bath & Beyond
Sam’s Club
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Sephora
Apple
Kohl’s

eBay

The average gift card value is $50 and has become such a norm because people would rather receive them than some other type of gift. The sentimental value is there if you put thought into the card; most importantly, the receiver can pick out what they want.

Why do Businesses Offer Gift Cards?

There are lots of benefits to offering gift cards to your customers. Whether physical or digital, gift cards are an easy way to increase sales and generate repeat customers. And when used correctly, they can be a great marketing tool. Some of the valuable aspects are:

Boost Sales. Gift cards can be great sales boosters. According to the National Retail Federation’s 2019 survey, an average of 64 percent of all gift card holders spent more than the value of their gift cards in-store. Additionally, people are more likely to buy a branded item if it is offered as a gift card. As a result, businesses can increase sales by offering customers the option to buy their products through a gift card.

Reward Loyal Customers. Businesses also use gift cards as loyalty rewards for their existing customers. This is a great way to show appreciation and thank them for their patronage. It’s also an effective way to encourage repeat purchases and keep customers returning.

Attract New Customers and Generate Traffic. Gift cards are also great for attracting new customers. Many businesses offer gift cards as promotions or incentives to encourage people to try their products and services. This increases brand awareness and helps you expand your customer base.

No matter how you look at it, offering gift cards can be an excellent way for businesses to increase sales, reward loyal customers, and attract new ones. Gift cards are integral to any modern business model, so ensure you include them in your strategy.

Jane Deaux

I am a single mom living in southern California, and I am always on the lookout for good deals. Recently, I discovered that gift cards are one of the best ways to save money on items I am already going to purchase. But don't let my name fool you; I am a very real person!

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