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Credit Card Payments Market

Credit Card Payments Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Card Type (General Purpose Credit Cards and Specialty & Other Credit Cards), Application (Food & Groceries, Health & Pharmacy, Restaurants & Bars, Consumer Electronics, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Tourism), and Provider (Visa, MasterCard, and Others), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024-2031

Report ID : 1600 | Published : 2024-01-30 | Pages: 180 | Format: PDF/EXCEL

The Global Credit Card Payments Market Size is valued at 162.58 billion in 2023 and is predicted to reach 327.68 billion by the year 2031 at a 9.35% CAGR during the forecast period for 2024-2031.

Key Industry Insights & Findings from the Report:

  • The increasing popularity of contactless payments and mobile wallets presents an opportunity for credit card issuers and processors to enhance their offerings.
  • Advances in payment technologies, including contactless payments, tokenization, biometric authentication, and blockchain, drive innovation in the credit card payments space.
  • North America dominated the market and accounted for a revenue share of global revenue in 2023.
  • Some of the significant concerns restraining industry growth are cybersecurity threats, data breaches, and fraudulent activities, which can erode consumer trust and hinder the widespread adoption of credit card payments.

credit card payments

The use of a credit card sized in place of cash or checks to pay for products and services is known as credit card payment. Customers can use a credit card to make transactions without instantly disclosing their bank account information. Customers who wish to avoid carrying large amounts of cash and have to wait days to receive their monies favor this payment method.

Furthermore, because more and more businesses are using electronic banking, the market for credit card payment systems has been growing significantly over the past few years. Due to growing demand from e-commerce enterprises and other organizations implementing this means of payment to enhance their consumer base, this trend is anticipated to continue over the projection period.

Additionally, the market for credit card payments is growing due to the numerous businesses offering significant points, rewards, and cashback to their customers in developing nations to enhance their market share. However, high prices connected with these alternatives and a consumer's need for knowledge about the advantages of utilizing credit cards limit market growth throughout the projection period. 

Recent Developments:

  • In March 2022-Fintech unicorn Razor pay revealed that it had paid an undisclosed sum to acquire IZealiant Technologies, a top startup that offers banks payment technology solutions. The acquisition of Azealia will assist Razor pay's division of banking solutions to grow and enable it to develop cutting-edge payment banking technology for associate banks.
  • In September 2021-Wizi was purchased by M2P, an Indian provider of digital infrastructure, for a $5 million transaction fee. With this merger, the businesses will oversee the credit card industry and benefit their clients. An Indian company called Wizz offers credit cards. 

Competitive Landscape:

Some of the the Credit Card Payments market players are:

  • American Express
  • Bank of America Corporation
  • Barclays PLC
  • Capital One
  • Citigroup Inc.
  • JPMorgan Chase & Co
  • MasterCard
  • Synchrony
  • The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • United Services Automobile Association
  • Visa Inc. 

Market Segmentation:

The credit card payments market is segmented based on card type, application and provider. By card type, the market is categorized into general-purpose credit cards, specialty credit cards, and others. Based on the provider, the market is segmented as visa, master card, and others. Based on application, the credit card payments market is bifurcated into food and groceries, health and pharmacy, restaurants and bars, consumer electronics, media and entertainment, travel and tourism, and others.

Based On The Provider, The Visa Segment Is A Major Contributor To The Credit Card Payments Market

The visa category is expected to hold a major share of the global credit card payments market in 2021. An increase in foreign travelers and a decrease in airport latency issues drive the demand for visas. E-visas save travelers and airport security personnel time, allowing them to concentrate more on suspect passengers. The visa market is also expanding because of the advantages they offer, including high security, flexibility in use, and privacy protection, as well as a rise in the number of people traveling internationally.

The General-Purpose Card Segment Witnessed Growth At A Rapid Rate

The general purpose card type segment is projected to grow rapidly in the global credit card payments market. , general purpose credit cards are anticipated to keep their dominance in the next years due to the numerous distinct incentives and benefits they offer, which encourage many credit card users to convert to premium cards. The all-purpose cards can be deposited into online accounts and used as debit cards at shops.

The North American Credit Card Payments Market Holds A Significant Regional Revenue Share

The North America Credit Card Payments market is expected to record the highest market share in revenue soon. The most popular destination for both business and leisure visitors is the United States. The spread of the regional e-visa market has been facilitated by the issuance of the electronic system for travel authorization (ESTA) by the United States, the electronic travel authorization (ETA) by Canada, and the worldwide e-visa by Mexico.

The United States holds the greatest market share in the North American e-visa market. In addition, Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a rapid rate in the global credit card payments market. Increased expansion chances are created by favorable economic circumstances and the proliferation of mobile wallets in various retail uses, which spurs the growth of the Asia Pacific market. During the forecast period, the administration of Japan's endeavors to convert banking services into a digital platform is anticipated to propel the growth of the electronic payments market.

Credit Card Payments Market Report Scope:

Report Attribute

Specifications

Market size value in 2023

USD 162.58 Bn

Revenue forecast in 2031

USD 327.68 Bn

Growth rate CAGR

CAGR of 9.35% from 2024 to 2031

Quantitative units

Representation of revenue in US$ Billion, and CAGR from 20234to 2031

Historic Year

2019 to 2023

Forecast Year

2024-2031

Report coverage

The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market statistics, growth prospects, and trends

Segments covered

Card Type, Application And Provider

Regional scope

North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa

Country scope

U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; The UK; France; Italy; Spain; China; Japan; India; South Korea; Southeast Asia; South Korea; Southeast Asia

Competitive Landscape

American Express, Bank of America Corporation, Barclays PLC, Capital One, Citigroup Inc., JPMorgan Chase & Co, MasterCard, Synchrony, The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., and USAA.

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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

Chapter 3. Global Credit Card Payments Market Snapshot

Chapter 4. Global Credit Card Payments Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis

Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by Card Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. by Card Type & Market Share, 2019 & 2031
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Card Type:

5.2.1. General Purpose Credit Cards
5.2.2. Specialty & Other Credit Cards

Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. by Application & Market Share, 2019 & 2031
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Application:

6.2.1. Food & Groceries
6.2.2. Health & Pharmacy
6.2.3. Restaurants & Bars
6.2.4. Consumer Electronics
6.2.5. Media & Entertainment
6.2.6. Travel & Tourism
6.2.7. Others

Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: by Provider Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. by Provider & Market Share, 2019 & 2031
7.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Provider:

7.2.1. Visa
7.2.2. Mastercard
7.2.3. Others

Chapter 8. Credit Card Payments Market Segmentation 4: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis

8.1. North America

8.1.1. North America Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Card Type, 2024-2031
8.1.2. North America Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
8.1.3. North America Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Provider, 2024-2031
8.1.4. North America Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031

8.2. Europe

8.2.1. Europe Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Card Type, 2024-2031
8.2.2. Europe Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
8.2.3. Europe Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Provider, 2024-2031
8.2.4. Europe Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031

8.3. Asia Pacific

8.3.1. Asia Pacific Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Card Type, 2024-2031
8.3.2. Asia Pacific Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
8.3.3. Asia-Pacific Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Provider, 2024-2031
8.3.4. Asia Pacific Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031

8.4. Latin America

8.4.1. Latin America Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Card Type, 2024-2031
8.4.2. Latin America Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
8.4.3. Latin America Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Provider, 2024-2031
8.4.4. Latin America Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031

8.5. Middle East & Africa

8.5.1. Middle East & Africa Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Card Type, 2024-2031
8.5.2. Middle East & Africa Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
8.5.3. Middle East & Africa Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Provider, 2024-2031
8.5.4. Middle East & Africa Credit Card Payments Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031

Chapter 9. Competitive Landscape

9.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances

9.2. Company Profiles


9.2.1. American Express
9.2.2. Bank of America Corporation
9.2.3. Barclays PLC
9.2.4. Capital One
9.2.5. Citigroup Inc.
9.2.6. JPMorgan Chase & Co
9.2.7. MasterCard
9.2.8. Synchrony
9.2.9. The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
9.2.10. United Services Automobile Association
9.2.11. Visa Inc.
9.2.12. Other Prominent Players

Segmentation of Credit Card Payments Market-

Credit Card Payments Market By Card Type

  • General Purpose Credit Cards
  • Specialty & Other Credit Cards

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Credit Card Payments Market By Application

  • Food & Groceries
  • Health & Pharmacy
  • Restaurants & Bars
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Travel & Tourism
  • Others

Credit Card Payments Market By Provider

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Others

Credit Card Payments Market By Region-

North America-

  • The US
  • Canada
  • Mexico

Europe-

  • Germany
  • The UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific-

  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • South East Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America-

  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America

 Middle East & Africa-

  • GCC Countries
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa

InsightAce Analytic follows a standard and comprehensive market research methodology focused on offering the most accurate and precise market insights. The methods followed for all our market research studies include three significant steps – primary research, secondary research, and data modeling and analysis - to derive the current market size and forecast it over the forecast period. In this study, these three steps were used iteratively to generate valid data points (minimum deviation), which were cross-validated through multiple approaches mentioned below in the data modeling section.

Through secondary research methods, information on the market under study, its peer, and the parent market was collected. This information was then entered into data models. The resulted data points and insights were then validated by primary participants.

Based on additional insights from these primary participants, more directional efforts were put into doing secondary research and optimize data models. This process was repeated till all data models used in the study produced similar results (with minimum deviation). This way, this iterative process was able to generate the most accurate market numbers and qualitative insights.

Secondary research

The secondary research sources that are typically mentioned to include, but are not limited to:

  • Company websites, financial reports, annual reports, investor presentations, broker reports, and SEC filings.
  • External and internal proprietary databases, regulatory databases, and relevant patent analysis
  • Statistical databases, National government documents, and market reports
  • Press releases, news articles, and webcasts specific to the companies operating in the market

The paid sources for secondary research like Factiva, OneSource, Hoovers, and Statista

Primary Research:

Primary research involves telephonic interviews, e-mail interactions, as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and subsegment across geographies

The contributors who typically take part in such a course include, but are not limited to: 

  • Industry participants: CEOs, CBO, CMO, VPs, marketing/ type managers, corporate strategy managers, and national sales managers, technical personnel, purchasing managers, resellers, and distributors.
  • Outside experts: Valuation experts, Investment bankers, research analysts specializing in specific markets
  • Key opinion leaders (KOLs) specializing in unique areas corresponding to various industry verticals
  • End-users: Vary mainly depending upon the market

Data Modeling and Analysis:

In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.

The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.

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American Express, Bank of America Corporation, Barclays PLC, Capital One, Citigroup Inc., JPMorgan Chase & Co, MasterCard, Synchrony, The PNC Financia

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