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Christmas Markets: Cash and card payment solutions united

By Fivos Polymniou, Director of ASK Global As the festive season approaches, Christmas markets become a central feature of holiday celebrations in many cities. These vibrant markets, filled with artisan gifts, seasonal treats, and festive cheer, are a key destination for shoppers looking for unique presents and festive experiences. Customers and vendors both benefit from having […]

Card payments in China to hit $20 trillion

The Chinese card payments market is expected to grow by 3.7% to reach CNY141.1 trillion ($19.9 trillion) in 2024, supported by a constant consumer shift towards non-cash payments. GlobalData’s Payment Cards Analytics reveals that card payments value in China reached CNY136.0 trillion ($19.2 trillion) in 2023, registering a healthy compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8% during […]