Report Description
Global Gift Cards Market Outlook 2031
The global gift cards market size was valued at USD 835.2 Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 3.62 Trillion by 2031 expand at substantial CAGR 17.7% during the forecast period, between 2023 to 2031. Gift cards are vouchers or certificates that are issued by retailers or banks to promote businesses, attract consumers, and most importantly to create brand image.
These gift vouchers are available at retailers where customers can purchase them at a certain price and can gift them further. The receivers of the gift cards can then come back to the store and shop for their desired products and pay using the card of the stipulated amount. Gift cards are usually worth a certain price and allow users to shop till the specified price limit.
This facilitates a cashless transaction and eliminates the use of cash. These gift cards have emerged as an alternative source for money and lead to good brand image of the retailer.
Gift Cards Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- The connection of consumers with brands, shopping, and rapid industrial are major drivers of the gift card market.
- Consumers are brand conscious, which has resulted in major sales of specific brands, which has further fuelled the gift cards market.
- Innovative and seamless payment options and the availability of gifting cards to their loved ones, instead of a product bought from a store significantly fuel the market, as it gives the gift card users a variety of choices.
- Privacy concerns regarding consumer data and secure payment restrain the market.
- Technological advancements of and preferences for cashless payments and gift options are expected to create opportunities in the market in the coming years.
Scope of Gift Cards Market Report
The report on the global gift cards market includes an assessment of the market, size, share, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have been included in the report.
Attributes
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Details
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Report Title
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Gift Cards Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends And Forecast
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic Data
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2016 - 2021
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Forecast Period
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2023–2031
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Segmentation
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Types (Closed Loop Cards and Open Loop Cards), End-Users (Retail Establishments and Corporate Institutions)
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Market scope, analysis, share, competitive analysis, growth facts, restraints, opportunities, and revenue forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Amazon.com Inc.; American Express Company; FiservInc.; Givex Corporation; InComm Payments; PayPalInc.; Paytronix SystemsInc.; Blackhawk Network HoldingsInc.; Givex Corporation; and Walmart Inc
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Gift Cards Market Segment Insights
Availability of free activation for users drives the closed loop cards segment
Based on types, the gift cards market can be bifurcated into closed loop cards and open loop cards. The closed loop cards segment dominated the market in 2019 due to the free activation of users and the benefits it offers corporate institutions. A closed loop card is a card that facilitates electronic payment from one single company.
These cards were integrated in the market as a marketing strategy by brands and to encourage people to shop for their products only, as they can be redeemed by merchants who are listed on the card. These cards have a certain amount and can be activated anytime. Users do not need to put any amount in the card, as these are issued by particular retailers for their brand.
Open loop gift cards are cards that are accepted in retailers shop that accept the card type. American Express, MasterCard, and Visa are such types of cards. Open loop gift cards run on various credit cards systems. The closed loop cards are extensively used due to the brand image building, strong marketing techniques by key players, and the preference of consumers to buy from a brand of their choice.
Retail establishments segment to hold a significant market share
Based on end-users, the gift cards market can be divided into retail establishments and corporate institutions. Retail institutions dominate the market due to strong marketing strategies and image building techniques by retailers to attract users to purchase their gift cards. Technological advancements and the ease of use of smartphones further drive the retail segment.
Gift cards issued by retailers are easy to use and facilitate cashless transactions and give the users a variety of choices. This ensures advertising and further boosts market sales.
North America dominates the market
In terms of regions, the global gift cards market can be split into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. North America dominates the market due to the increase in the demand for advanced products and technological advancements in the region.
The market in Asia Pacific is growing rapidly due to the rise in disposable income in the developing countries such as India, Japan, and China. Additionally, rise in internet penetration and increase in use of smart phones and digital wallets drive the market in the region.
Segments
By Types
- Closed Loop Cards
- Open Loop Cards
By End-Users
- Retail Establishments
- Corporate Institutions
By Regions
- North America
- Europe
- Latin America
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
By Key Players
Competitive Landscape
Key players in the global gift cards market include Amazon.com Inc.; American Express Company; FiservInc.; Givex Corporation; InComm Payments; PayPalInc.; Paytronix SystemsInc.; Blackhawk Network HoldingsInc.; Givex Corporation; and Walmart Inc. These players engage in mergers & acquisitions, collaborations, agreements, and partnerships to strengthen their geographical presence and increase their market share.

Table Of Content
1. Executive Summary
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Gift Cards Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. Gift Cards Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Gift Cards Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Gift Cards Market Forecast
4.5.1. Gift Cards Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Gift Cards Market Size (000’ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Gift Cards Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Gift Cards Market Analysis and Forecast by Types
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
5.3. Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
5.3.1. Closed Loop Cards
5.3.2.
Open Loop Cards
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Types
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Types
6. Global Gift Cards Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
6.3. Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
6.3.1. North America
6.3.2. Latin America
6.3.3. Europe
6.3.4. Asia Pacific
6.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
6.6. Global Gift Cards Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
7. North America Gift Cards Market Analysis and Forecast
7.1. Introduction
7.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
7.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
7.2. North America Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
7.2.1. U.S.
7.2.2. Canada
7.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
7.4. North America Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
7.4.1. Closed Loop Cards
7.4.2.
Open Loop Cards
7.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
7.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
7.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
7.7.1. By Country
7.7.2. By Product Type
7.7.3. By Application
7.8. North America Gift Cards Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. Latin America Gift Cards Market Analysis and Forecast
8.1. Introduction
8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
8.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
8.2. Latin America Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
8.2.1. Brazil
8.2.2. Mexico
8.2.3. Rest of Latin America
8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
8.4. Latin America Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
8.4.1. Closed Loop Cards
8.4.2.
Open Loop Cards
8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
8.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
8.7.1. By Country
8.7.2. By Product Type
8.7.3. By Application
8.8. Latin America Gift Cards Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Europe Gift Cards Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
9.2. Europe Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. Germany
9.2.2. France
9.2.3. Italy
9.2.4. U.K.
9.2.5. Spain
9.2.6. Russia
9.2.7. Rest of Europe
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. Europe Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
9.4.1. Closed Loop Cards
9.4.2.
Open Loop Cards
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
9.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.7.1. By Country
9.7.2. By Product Type
9.7.3. By Application
9.8. Europe Gift Cards Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Asia Pacific Gift Cards Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Asia Pacific Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. China
10.2.2. Japan
10.2.3. South Korea
10.2.4. India
10.2.5. Australia
10.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Asia Pacific Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
10.4.1. Closed Loop Cards
10.4.2.
Open Loop Cards
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
10.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.7.1. By Country
10.7.2. By Product Type
10.7.3. By Application
10.8. Asia Pacific Gift Cards Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Middle East & Africa Gift Cards Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Middle East & Africa Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. Saudi Arabia
11.2.2. South Africa
11.2.3. UAE
11.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Middle East & Africa Gift Cards Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
11.4.1. Closed Loop Cards
11.4.2.
Open Loop Cards
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
11.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.7.1. By Country
11.7.2. By Product Type
11.7.3. By Application
11.8. Middle East & Africa Gift Cards Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Competition Landscape
12.1. Global Gift Cards Market: Market Share Analysis
12.2. Gift Cards Distributors and Customers
12.3. Gift Cards Market: Competitive Dashboard
12.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
12.4.1. Amazon.com Inc.
12.4.2.
American Express Company
12.4.3.
FiservInc.
12.4.4.
Givex Corporation
12.4.5.
InComm Payments
12.4.6.
PayPalInc.
12.4.7.
Paytronix SystemsInc.
12.4.8.
Blackhawk Netwo