The insiders believe that coupons and consumer cards have existed for a long time as a means of promotion in the service industry. Some merchants issue coupons and shopping vouchers to their guests in order to let them go home for consumption again and retain customers.

Recently, however, the momentum of online coupon trading is "booming", which may be affected by the financial crisis. During the Chinese New Year, there are indeed many stores whose business is not as good as before. Even if the passenger flow changes little, the shopping volume of each order may be reduced. So many businesses will choose to use price coupons to attract customers to spend again. This makes these coupons very popular.

From the consumer's point of view, in reality, the main market group of coupons trading in the same city is relatively young office workers with low income and frequent internet access. Affected by the financial crisis, their income may decrease and their uncertainty about the future will increase. Therefore, many people are more sensitive to the price when spending, and will pay more attention to coupons that can help them save money.

At the same time, for sellers, having these coupons can also be used for normal consumption, which is also a promotional means to prevent buyers from bargaining.

Consumers Association reminds that many shopping malls use discount coupons, coupons and other forms to promote sales, and consumers have also received many discounts. However, when you get "cheap", you should carefully read the scope of use and expiration date indicated on the coupon. If the situation is unknown, you can ask the mall staff to view the posters of related activities; Shopping malls should also consider consumers more, and coupons should be clearly marked with the scope of use and expiration date to avoid unnecessary disputes.