Paysafe: Holiday Shoppers Prioritizing Experiences and Flexible, Secure Payments

Core Insights - Shoppers are prioritizing experiences over physical gifts this holiday season, with a significant shift towards meaningful experiences and flexible payment options [1][5][6] - The demand for travel during the holidays is strong, with 44% of consumers planning to travel, including 16% internationally [2][6] - There is a notable increase in the use of digital wallets and omnichannel retail experiences among consumers [6][7] Consumer Behavior Trends - 49% of consumers prefer gifting experiences, particularly in food, travel, and entertainment, while 50% wish to receive experiences themselves [6] - 64% of respondents find gift cards to be the most convenient way to gift video games [6] - 47% of consumers plan to shop early for the holidays, with 20% intending to shop during Black Friday [6] Payment Preferences - Debit cards (46%) and credit cards (37%) remain the top payment methods, but digital wallets (27%) and cash/eCash (27%) are gaining popularity [6] - 49% of consumers have abandoned carts due to unavailable preferred payment methods, and 46% due to security concerns [5][6] Support for Local Businesses - 69% of global consumers plan to purchase from small businesses, indicating strong support for local retailers [6][7] Research Methodology - The insights are based on a survey of 8,500 consumers across multiple countries, including the U.S., Brazil, and the U.K., conducted by Paysafe [2][7]