Category: Banking & Financial Services
Banking & Financial Services market research reports by Euromonitor International
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Debit Cards in Vietnam
Debit Cards in Vietnam Cashless payment trends are being boosted by both government and issuer initiatives in Vietnam, along with support from retailers in various industries and channels across the country. This, in turn, is helping to boost the performance of financial cards, with debit cards seei ... Read More
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Pre-Paid Cards in Mexico
Pre-Paid Cards in Mexico Pre-paid cards is a form of payment, whether in physical or digital format, that closely resembles conventional debit and credit cards. In 2023, pre-paid cards is set to experience a positive performance, largely thanks to the rise of e-commerce, and supported by the wide av ... Read More
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Charge Cards in Greece
Charge Cards in Greece During the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020-2021, commercial charge cards experienced a significant downturn in sales. The lockdowns, decline in tourism (a key driver of the Greek economy), general reduction in business activities, and restrictions on travel and dining – vital areas ... Read More
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Credit Cards in Denmark
Credit Cards in Denmark While the number of cards in circulation is expected to remain stable, with only a marginal increase, there is expected to be a double-digit increase in total transaction values. This is largely explained by inflation, particularly as the spend on credit cards is usually for ... Read More
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Consumer Lending in Norway
Consumer Lending in Norway The year 2023 was another prosperous year for consumer lending in Norway although growth was lower than previous years. The exceptionally high levels of consumer lending seen in 2021 and 2022 were boosted by the shift back to normal lifestyles post-pandemic, with credit so ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Poland
Financial Cards and Payments in Poland Financial cards and payments in Poland is undergoing substantial change with the continued increase in non-cash transactions in 2023. Card operators are focused on providing access to a variety of payment methods so that the consumer and merchant can choose the ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Nigeria
Financial Cards and Payments in Nigeria Nigeria continues to be a cash economy, though debit cards in particular are growing in popularity. Also, in 2023, this growth was further amplified, due to a cash shortage, as there was insufficient supply of the newly designed naira. As a result, in March, t ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Greece
Financial Cards and Payments in Greece The Greek financial card and payments market experienced robust growth in 2022, fuelled by post-pandemic recovery and the impact of inflation. This growth trend persists into 2023, albeit at a slower pace, attributed to the positive economic outlook and relativ ... Read More
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Consumer Lending in Turkey
Consumer Lending in Turkey In 2023, consumer lending has witnessed a surge in current value growth, despite soaring inflation rates that have caused substantial economic challenges for consumers. Unpredictable fluctuations in the cost of living and foreign exchange rates have made consumers more rel ... Read More
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Consumer Lending in Romania
Consumer Lending in Romania Consumer lending in Romania for the year 2023 portrays a nuanced landscape influenced by several key factors. The confluence of increasing interest rates, high inflation, and the geopolitical context shaped by the Russian invasion of Ukraine has collectively dampened Roma ... Read More
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Consumer Lending in Singapore
Consumer Lending in Singapore Consumer lending in Singapore is exhibiting positive growth in 2023, displaying a robust recovery from the pandemic's impact since 2022. Notably, card lending has emerged as a significant driver of growth in overall consumer lending, coinciding with the country's ongoin ... Read More
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Consumer Lending in Vietnam
Consumer Lending in Vietnam In 2023, the State Bank of Vietnam implemented measures to promote consumer lending for daily needs. To encourage banks to increase their lending activities, including consumer lending, the State Bank issued Circular No. 06/2023/TT-NHNN on 28 June 2023, amending and suppl ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Peru
Financial Cards and Payments in Peru Financial cards and payments have indeed witnessed substantial growth in 2023. However, this growth has seen a notable slowdown due to consumers adopting a more cautious approach to spending. Factors contributing to this caution include the sluggish economic grow ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Egypt
Financial Cards and Payments in Egypt Financial cards and payments in Egypt has seen a remarkable year in 2023, characterised by a notable shift from cash to card usage, larger transaction amounts, and a surge in new account openings. Government initiatives to boost financial inclusion and reduce ca ... Read More
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Credit Cards in Hong Kong, China
Credit Cards in Hong Kong, China Since the reopening of borders in the fourth quarter of 2022, there has been a surge in enthusiasm among Hong Kong locals to travel abroad after enduring three years of the pandemic. Residents are now showing a strong and sustained interest in reallocating their spen ... Read More
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Store Cards in Colombia
Store Cards in Colombia Store cards are expected to continue their downward trajectory in 2023 in both transaction value and the number of cards in circulation. With consumers having more alternatives to choose from pre-paid, including credit or debit cards offering benefits like cashback, many cons ... Read More
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Consumer Credit in the US
Consumer Credit in the US 2022 and 2023 saw some of the most rapid increases in lending interest rates in US history. During the pandemic, many interest rates approached record lows, leading consumers to refinance debt, and leading to a generally free lending environment. In the wake of dramatically ... Read More
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Credit Cards in Romania
Credit Cards in Romania The growth in credit card transactions is slowing down as a result of persisting inflation and escalating consumer prices, prompting a return to higher levels of budget-consciousness and financial uncertainty. Economic instability has led to reduced non-essential spending, wi ... Read More
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Charge Cards in Canada
Charge Cards in Canada Growth continues to slow for charge cards in Canada in 2023, with the category’s relevance fading rapidly. One reason is lack of availability, with American Express morphing many of its charge cards into the realm of traditional credit cards. For the average Canadian desiring ... Read More
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Pre-Paid Cards in Vietnam
Pre-Paid Cards in Vietnam The performance of pre-paid cards is supported by the growth of e-commerce – notably since the era of the pandemic. In fact, prior to 2020, transaction numbers in pre-paid cards were showing a negative performance, in sharp contrast to what is seen now. Furthermore, such de ... Read More
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Charge Cards in Poland
Charge Cards in Poland The post-pandemic return to normal lifestyles is helping to revive the charge card category, with transactions rising alongside the recovery in travel. Nevertheless, charge cards issued by banks continue to be infrequently utilised and the number in circulation is facing long- ... Read More
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Debit Cards in Taiwan
Debit Cards in Taiwan Debit card transactions experienced a noticeable decline in transaction value in 2022, a trend that commenced during the pandemic in 2021. This decline was primarily attributed to the increased prevalence of digital wallet transactions and the continued rise of direct debits, f ... Read More
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Consumer Lending in Sweden
Consumer Lending in Sweden Gross lending in Sweden registered positive, yet slower growth in 2022, as the uncertain economic environment, exacerbated by the Russian invasion of Ukraine, led to a decline in consumer confidence. In August 2022, the annual inflation rate soared to almost 10%, the highe ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Canada
Financial Cards and Payments in Canada In the wake of Covid-19 there was a notable shift away from cash transactions, while in 2023 (as in 2022) the retail value of personal cash transactions is rising rapidly. However, the surge has been fuelled by the inflation surges of 2022 and 2023. Nonetheless ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Romania
Financial Cards and Payments in Romania Romania lags behind in financial inclusion compared to other nations, showcasing a lower uptake of basic financial services, primarily due to a trifecta of factors: low financial literacy levels, a significant grey economy, and a widespread preference for cash ... Read More
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