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APPA Industry Research 2025-2026

APPA Industry Research 2025/26

When Branded Merchandise Is Chosen with Intention, It Changes Everything

Two landmark studies across Australia and New Zealand reveal how branded merchandise drives recall, action and advocacy.

77%

purchased after receiving a promotional product

81%

can recall the brand on merchandise they've received

84%

tell others about a brand after receiving merchandise

The Research

Two Studies. One Clear Picture.

We surveyed the people who receive branded merchandise and the people who buy it — capturing both sides of the relationship across Australia and New Zealand.

Study One

The Recipient Study

399 respondents who have received promotional products

What happens after a branded item lands in someone's hands? This study tracks recall, behaviour and advocacy among recipients.

  • 77% went on to purchase from the brand
  • 66% visited the brand's website or social channels — physical products driving digital action
  • 84% told others about the brand

Study Two

The End-User Study

228 mostly micro and small business buyers and decision-makers across ANZ

What drives the people who buy branded merchandise? This study reveals how decisions are made — and what's changing.

  • Price and quality lead provider selection, with customer service close behind
  • 55.8% say sustainability is important or extremely important when buying
  • Buyers are rejecting single use items in favour of merchandise made to be kept and used

The Numbers That Matter

77%

purchased after receiving a promotional product

81%

can name the brand on merchandise they own

84%

recommend or talk about the brand to others

66%

visit a brand's website or socials after receiving merchandise

55.8%

of buyers say sustainability is important or extremely important

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APPA Fast Facts Sheet

The most important insights from both studies, distilled into a single shareable summary. No sign-up required.

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This Is Just the Start

APPA members get full access to the complete research — both study reports, fast facts sheets, a client-ready presentation deck, the webinar recordings and the full research toolkit.

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