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The Most Preferred Christmas Gifts in the U.S. this Season


Even though money does not seem like the most attractive gift, yet it is the most desired Christmas present this year in the United States. According to the latest data from Statista’s Global Consumer Survey (Christmas and Holiday Season: U.S.), when U.S. adults were questioned which gifts they would personally like to receive the most this year, 46 percent of women and 36 percent of men  said cash or bank transfers. Vouchers were the second priority, followed by clothing, textiles or shoes in third position. Respondents had the option to choose from multiple options in the poll.

 

The Most Preferred Christmas Gifts in the U.S. this Season #Infographic

In which Countries Price Hikes Are Causing More Stress This Christmas


For many people around the world, this year’s Christmas will be marked by a tentative return to normality as Covis-19 related restrictions have eased up all around but this is not it, general increase in prices will also have an effect on purchases and celebrations this year.

 

In which Countries Price Hikes Are Causing More Stress This Christmas #Infographic



Messenger and Messenger Kids are getting new updates for the holiday season, including new AR effects and Soundmojis with a Christmas theme.

 

One of the AR effects is created in partnership with beauty influencer Ashley Strong and works when you blink, which releases sparkles and shiny snowflakes from your eyes. A bunch of new word effects have been added to Messenger as well. For instance, when you type a holiday wish to send someone, like Merry Christmas or Happy Hanukkah, your screen will fill up with emojis related to the holiday.

 


New chat themes and word effects have also been introduced to both Messenger and Instagram DMs. Additionally, the new Soundmojis for Messenger chats include a loudspeaker icon, and emojis of presents and a Christmas tree.



 


Another interesting addition is that of the new funds transfer visuals when exchanging money in the app, which will likely encourage more funds exchange activities, hence promoting eCommerce.

 


Looking at Messenger Kids, there is a variety of new holiday themed options. These include an interactive messaging feature that lets kids “chat with Santa,” where the messages will be sent to the kids’ parents. This will not only help parents know what their children want as Christmas presents, but will also spark some excitement in the kids for the holidays. Other features include holiday games and themed AR effects.

 

The new Messenger updates can now be accessed in the latest versions of the apps.

Meta Brings New Holiday Themed Updates to Messenger and Messenger Kids

Christmas movies for Holiday

Struggling to find the right Christmas movie to watch with your family and friends over the weekend? Well, you need not worry because we have got you covered for the weekend. To save yourself some time and energy, click on the infographic below and add a whole bunch of movies to your bucket list right away.

Christmas movies for Holiday #infographic

 


With 2020 coming to an end, Snapchat has shared insights regarding its AR achievements in the past year and results of surveys that the company conducted among its userbase. Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, has all of the information and a more detailed breakdown of the data is available on Snapchat’s business site as well.

 

According to insights related to different attitudes of users in relation to the upcoming holidays and new year, 57% of the userbase reported feeling ready to embrace 2020 as soon as possible. Majority of the contribution comes from users from Brazil and the US.

 

As for the holiday plans, unfortunately the worsening situation of the pandemic is making it difficult for people to plan their holiday season. The UK is especially affected by these circumstances as it particularly got hit badly by the second coronavirus wave, causing the government to impose strict lockdowns and SOPs for Christmas.

 

Snapchat users in the US have reported limiting their holiday plans to social distancing, which means no at-home gatherings and virtual exchange of gifts.

Snapchat Reveals its 2020 AR Achievements and Userbase Survey Results

 


Zoom announced that it is removing the 40-minute time limit for its free accounts on all meetings around the world for the holiday season.

 

This means that all holidays, in addition to Christmas, that fall in late December or early January will be covered by this special offer by Zoom. "Whether coming together on the final day of Hanukkah, celebrating Christmas, ringing in the New Year, or marking the last days of Kwanzaa, those connecting with friends and family won't get cut short," said Zoom.

 

Zoom is Allowing Free Subscribers to Use Video Calling Without Time Limit During Holiday Season

How are Americans planning their COVID-19 Christmas?

People in the USA are undoubtedly super excited about the X-mas a few days away, people have shopped a lot in the holiday quarter for their favorite festival of the year. Despite all the excitement and shopping, there are still restrictions to hold a large gathering. Unfortunately, all the plans that Americans had for this year couldn’t be accomplished. The country is still fighting the deadly pandemic and advised the people to stay in their homes as much as possible for the sake of their health and that of others.

How are Americans planning their COVID-19 Christmas? #infographic

Why are retailers reliant in the Holiday quarter?

Christmas is the most beloved festival in the USA, and this is the time when people go out of the way to celebrate it with their loved ones. According to conventional wisdom, the Holiday quarter is the most important one for all the retailers around the USA, and they are looking forward to it with very high hopes. Since people of America love celebrating Christmas more than we can imagine, even Covid-19 won’t be an excuse for them to not celebrate it this year.

Although there won’t be as larger gatherings as they used to be but in terms of shopping, National Retail Federation says that the nation is expected to spend around $755 to $767 billion in the months of November and December. Despite the pandemic, Americans will not stop distributing gifts on the holy festival. As per the studies, the average expenditure on gifts and other holiday stuff per consumer amounts to $998.

Why are retailers reliant in the Holiday quarter? #infographic

People are spending less on Christmas this year and here is why

The world is widely aware of the significance a Christmas day tends to bring every year. Unfortunately, this year, the statistics show a new picture as the numbers have taken a dramatic drop in the average expenditure rounded up by various data centers. The report says that this year is experiencing a whopping decrease of 15% in the expenditure of Christmas gifts, which ultimately leads to a major loss in the expenditure of gift cards, candies, toys, lip balm, and toothbrushes by most people.

People are spending less on Christmas this year and here is why #infographic

Christmas Gifts each US state wants this holiday season

With Christmas just around the corner, people in the USA are going crazy over the holiday shopping despite the Coronavirus. Christmas is celebrated in several parts of the world, but the Americans take the celebrations to an extraordinary level. Although people won't be able to gather at the festival like they used to because of the Covid-19 restrictions but will still exchange gifts, have virtual meetings, and arrange gatherings with all the necessary SOPs. The infographic helps us look at what the US's different states are looking forward to this holiday season.

Christmas gifts could be anything from clothes to a gift card, gadgets to home accessories; there are no limits. However, there is a demand every year from people in different states of America. This year, the majority of the people need the newly launched gaming console, PS5, as a Christmas gift. The infographic shows the gift trends all around the US and what the states are getting this year for the festival.

Christmas Gifts each US state wants this holiday season #infographic

 

Holiday Season Expenses Across the Globe


It's the holiday season, hence it makes all the more sense to discuss what it looks like across the globe. Since every country has its own economy and the financial status of every family within a country varies, expenses look different in certain regions as compared to others.


Moreover, not every holiday has the same reputation in every country or area. For instance, in Latin America, Black Friday's sales have increased by 29% from 2018 till now. Whereas on the other corner of the world in India, we can see how Amazon's festival is playing out. In fact, India's retail market is amongst the biggest in the world.


Holiday Season Expenses Across the Globe #Infographic

Who are the Wealthiest Christmas Royalty Earners?


What is the holiday season without Christmas songs that have always been among the chartbusters? Music helps us calm down and enter a whole new world when are stuck. With the holiday season looking very different this year due to the second global coronavirus wave and travel restrictions, celebrating may be difficult for many.


Every year, there are some Christmas songs that are played over and over again since they have become classics. And this year would be no different. While you are enjoying the wonderful lyrics and tunes of these songs, their artists are earning from them too, thanks to royalties.



Who are the Wealthiest Christmas Royalty Earners? #Infographic

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