Research Methodology – Gifts Novelty and Souvenir Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Gifts Novelty and Souvenir Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Gifts Novelty and Souvenir Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- Demand and Supply Dynamics: Consider the supply and demand of novelty gifts and souvenirs in the market. This includes the assessment of consumer preferences and buying trends.
- Market Penetration: Evaluate the extent of market penetration of various novelty and souvenir products and brands within the market.
- Consumer Demographics: Consider the age, income, location, and preferences of consumer demographics.
- Economic Indicators: The overall economic conditions and consumer spending habits impacts market size.
- Competitive Landscape: Analysis of the key players, their product offerings, and their market shares.
- Product Pricing: The pricing of gift, novelty, and souvenir items by different manufacturers and suppliers.
Key Market Indicators
- Retail Sales Data: Figures indicating the number of gifts, novelty items, and souvenirs sold in retail outlets.
- Consumer Spending Levels: The amount of money consumers spend on these items.
- Industry Growth Rate: The rate at which the novelty and souvenir market is expanding or shrinking.
- Market Segmentation: Understanding the size and characteristics of different segments within the market (like corporate gifting, event souvenirs, personal gifts etc).
Growth Trends
- Increasing Consumer Expenditure: Rising disposable income and consumer expenditure on novelty and souvenir items.
- E-commerce Penetration: Increasing online sales of gifts and souvenirs due to the convenience of online shopping.
- Personalization Trend: Growing demand for personalized and customized gift items.
- Seasonal Demand Growth: Increased buying during festive seasons contributes to market growth.
- Eco-friendly Products: Growing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable products can be a growth trend in this market.
Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Gifts Novelty and Souvenir Market. Key inputs include:
Company-Level Information
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
Industry and Government Sources
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Gifts Novelty and Souvenir Market
Market Intelligence Sources
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
Macro & Consumer Insights
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
Expert Insights & KOL Engagements
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
Focused Discussions & Panels
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
Data Validation & Business POV
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights