Digital Payment Today - Surging Growth in Global Mobile Payment Markets

The global mobile payment industry is undergoing significant transformation, with the market size expected to expand from USD 2.66 trillion in 2024 to USD 10.47 trillion by 2033, reflecting an estimated CAGR of 16.4%. This rapid growth is attributed to increasing smartphone penetration, supportive government policies, technological advancements, and a shift in consumer preferences toward digital transactions. The Asia Pacific region leads in market share, driven by high smartphone usage and innovative payment technologies. Meanwhile, the European and North American markets are witnessing growth due to the adoption of contactless payments and investment in mobile payment technologies. In Latin America, increased internet access and smartphone usage are key growth factors, while the Middle East and Africa's markets are expanding due to efforts towards financial inclusion and mobile money services.

Elsewhere in the market, Nu Holdings (NYSE:NU) was trading firmly up 9.1% and ending the day at $11.73. Meanwhile, Ping An Bank (SZSE:000001) softened, down 3.9% to end the day at CN¥11.50. On March 14, three days ago, the company announced a decline in full-year net income and earnings per share compared to the previous year.

Nu Holdings is expanding into new markets with diversified revenue streams like secured lending. Discover more about their growth strategy and potential challenges in our detailed narrative.

Best Digital Payment Stocks

• SoFi Technologies (NasdaqGS:SOFI) finished trading at $12.09 up 6.1%.
• PayPal Holdings (NasdaqGS:PYPL) ended the day at $68.95 up 3%.
• Visa (NYSE:V) settled at $331.80 up 1%.

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• "Analysis of Growth Opportunities in the $10.4 Trillion Mobile Payments Industry, 2033 - Strategic Partnerships and FinTech Innovations Accelerate Market Transformation" from Research and Markets on GlobeNewswire (published 14 March 2025)

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