In the second of five reports in our “Payments Ecosystem 2024” collection, we look at what’s influencing how consumers are paying today—and what payment providers can do to capture a larger piece of the retail spending pie.
After years of pandemic-era distortions, clear trends in consumer payment habits are arising. We look at eight of the most common payment methods US consumers use and the headwinds and tailwinds affecting each.
Key Question: What do payments providers and retailers need to know about shifting payment method trends?
Key Stat: Total credit card spend will exceed $3.8 trillion by 2025—cementing its position as the most popular US retail payment method.
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary
Consumer payment habits are settling after a period of uncertainty
Credit cards top the charts but could have a challenging year
Debit cards build financial relationships for incumbents and challengers alike
Prepaid cards and gift cards take divergent paths
BNPL is making strides but struggling to grab a meaningful share of US retail sales
EFTs have an uphill battle to break into retail payments
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