Price hikes, shipping issues due to COVID-19 and out-of-stock warnings are likely to see a big spike in gift cards this Christmas.

Paul Zahra, CEO of the Australian Retailers Association, told Tom Elliott they were always a safe bet.

“They are the best gift for everybody, because people get to choose the gift they want and, equally, there is less likelihood of landfill, post Christmas, or refunds,” he said.

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