Sofia Ramirez, 4OVER4 design and templates voice (illustration)
Sofia Ramirez Design & Templates Editor at 4OVER4.COM

Sofia is our design and templates voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.

Question

Is the greeting card industry declining?

Answer

The greeting card industry is shifting rather than collapsing. Unit volume has slipped, but the value of each card sold is climbing as buyers trade up.

  • Volume down: annual purchases fell from about 7 billion to 6.5 billion over the past two decades.
  • Value up: revenue per card is rising as consumers choose premium and personalized options.
  • Fragmenting, not failing: demand is moving toward custom and indie designs.

So the headline decline in units masks a healthier picture: fewer cards, but higher-value ones.

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