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Preferred Payment Methods and Rewards Among Most In-Demand Digital Shopping Features in UAE
Preferred Payment Methods and Rewards Among Most In-Demand Digital Shopping Features in UAE
November 23, 2023  |  eCommerce

Shoppers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have a strong inclination toward digital features in their shopping journeys. Ninety-four percent of consumers in the Middle...

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40% of Firms See Security, Not Just Speed, as Real-Time Payments Plus
40% of Firms See Security, Not Just Speed, as Real-Time Payments Plus
November 22, 2023  |  Real-Time Payments

The demand for real-time payments is soaring, with The Clearing House’s RTP® network, the flagship real-time payment system in the United States, now serving 65%...

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Nearly 40% of FinTechs Offer Mobile Check Deposit but Only 12% of Consumers Use It
Nearly 40% of FinTechs Offer Mobile Check Deposit but Only 12% of Consumers Use It
November 21, 2023  |  Digital Banking

FinTechs have emerged as disruptors in the financial industry, offering consumers a wide range of services.  However, a recent report titled “The Issuers Report 2023:...

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QSRs Add Voice AI, but Consumers Aren’t Biting
QSRs Add Voice AI, but Consumers Aren’t Biting
November 20, 2023  |  Today In Data

Quick-service restaurants (QSRs) are increasingly integrating voice artificial intelligence (AI) into the ordering process, but PYMNTS Intelligence shows most consumers believe it will be a...

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45% of Consumers Hardest Hit by Inflation Carry Revolving Credit Card Balances
45% of Consumers Hardest Hit by Inflation Carry Revolving Credit Card Balances
November 17, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

As the impact of rising prices on bill payments becomes more pronounced, U.S. consumers are increasingly relying on credit cards to manage their finances. Cardholders...

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Gen Zs Live With Family to Save Money; Gen Xs as Caregivers
Gen Zs Live With Family to Save Money; Gen Xs as Caregivers
November 16, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

Household composition, particularly the ratio between income earners and household members, is a critical factor in assessing a consumer’s financial stability, especially with the escalating...

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Forty Percent of Millennials Use Mobile Wallets to Pay Bills the Day They’re Due
Forty Percent of Millennials Use Mobile Wallets to Pay Bills the Day They’re Due
November 15, 2023  |  Mobile Wallets

The popularity of digital bill payments is increasing as more and more consumers seek convenience and efficiency in managing their finances. In “Digital Bill Payments:...

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Over a Quarter of Consumers Cite Free Cancellation as Key Factor in Choosing Beauty Subscriptions
Over a Quarter of Consumers Cite Free Cancellation as Key Factor in Choosing Beauty Subscriptions
November 14, 2023  |  Subscription Commerce

In recent months, the momentum of retail product subscriptions has waned, as consumers grapple with headwinds from economic challenges and a rising cost of living....

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Millennials Check Online Reviews, Gen Zs Turn to Influencers for Restaurant Recommendations
Millennials Check Online Reviews, Gen Zs Turn to Influencers for Restaurant Recommendations
November 13, 2023  |  Connected Economy

In today’s digital age, consumers have access to a wealth of information that helps them make informed decisions, especially when choosing a restaurant. In this...

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