Tiered Pricing Key to Capturing Christmas Shoppers in 2026
Christmas gift spending in 2025 remained stable overall, with most of the market's value being driven by higher earners, creating opportunities across price tiers for retailers .
Key Spending Insights:
Higher earners are more likely to participate in Secret Santa (43% vs 32% average), highlighting a trend towards buying fewer, smaller gifts
Lower-income households (under £15,500) increased spending by almost 5% year-on-year, showing resilience
Premium gifts will continue to resonate with higher earners
Curated bundles and budget-friendly add-ons can encourage lower-income shoppers to expand their gift baskets