Product Code: ETC420985 | Publication Date: Oct 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 | |
The Philippines Postcard Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Starting at 8.11% in 2025, the market peaks at 14.19% in 2028, and settles at 13.79% by 2029.
Philippines's Postcard market is anticipated to experience a high growth rate of 12.70% by 2027, reflecting trends observed in the largest economy China, followed by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea.
The Philippines postcard market is estimated to be worth a total of Php 5. 4 billion and is expected to grow at an annual rate of 6%. The sector accounts for 12% of the country?s non-food retail industry, with around 9 million postcards sold each year. About 87% of these are purchased from traditional brick-and-mortar stores while 13% are bought through online platforms such as eBay and Amazon.
The Philippines postcard market is supported by cultural significance, tourism, and creative expression. Postcards serve as souvenirs, promotional materials, and personal gestures. The market is driven by the country`s diverse tourism destinations and the desire to capture memories in tangible form. Additionally, postcards offer a canvas for artistic expression and a platform for branding and marketing campaigns. With the rise of digital communication, the unique charm of postcards remains appealing, and as tourism and creative industries flourish, the postcard market is likely to remain vibrant.
The Philippines postcard market encounters challenges in remaining relevant in a digital age. As electronic communication gains ground, the traditional postcard must find innovative ways to capture sentiment and offer unique value. The market also needs to address environmental concerns associated with paper usage and printing practices.
The Philippines postcard market experienced shifts due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related travel restrictions. With reduced tourism and limited mobility, the demand for traditional souvenir postcards was affected. However, the market exhibited resilience by catering to creative and personalized postcards, which gained popularity as a means of staying connected during times of physical distancing. The shift towards thoughtful and meaningful communication highlighted the market`s ability to adapt to changing consumer sentiments.
In the Philippines postcard market, key players such as Global Arts & Creatives and Print Divas are recognized for their contributions to designing and producing visually appealing and personalized postcards. These players offer a range of options for creating memorable and customized postcards for personal and business purposes.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Philippines Postcard Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Postcard Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Postcard Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Usage, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-User, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Postcard Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growth in tourism industry in the Philippines |
4.2.2 Increasing popularity of travel postcards among tourists |
4.2.3 Rising demand for personalized and handmade postcards |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Competition from digital alternatives like e-cards and social media posts |
4.3.2 High printing and postage costs |
4.3.3 Limited distribution channels for postcards in remote areas |
5 Philippines Postcard Market Trends |
6 Philippines Postcard Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Postcard Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By General Purpose, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Private Label, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Philippines Postcard Market, By Usage |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By General Purpose Re-Loadable Card, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Government Benefit/Disbursement Card, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Payroll Card, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Philippines Postcard Market, By End-User |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail Establishments, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Corporate Institutions, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Government, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Postcard Market Revenues & Volume, By Financial Institutions, 2021-2031F |
7 Philippines Postcard Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Postcard Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Postcard Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Postcard Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of tourists visiting the Philippines |
8.2 Percentage of tourists purchasing postcards as souvenirs |
8.3 Number of local artisans creating and selling postcards |
8.4 Average time spent by tourists browsing postcards in souvenir shops |
9 Philippines Postcard Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Postcard Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Postcard Market Opportunity Assessment, By Usage, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Postcard Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-User, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Postcard Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Postcard Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Postcard Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |