Gift Cards

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Listen Monday, Jan. 9, 2006 at 1:25 p.m. in Economy

Gift cards were the third most requested gift this holiday season. But hidden fees and restrictions on some cards have created confusion among many consumers in this $18 billion industry. Now, some in Congress are calling for legislation to set rules for their use. We look at how gift cards are impacting the economy, and changing Americans' buying habits.

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Scott Krugman

Vice President, National Retail Federation

Ylan Mui

Reporter, Washington Post

Dennis Moroney

Senior Bank Card Research Analyst, the Tower Group

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