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Consumer Insights
NewMass Affluent Banking in the Middle East – Regional Breakdown by Market Trends, Investment Preferences and Competitor Benchmarking
Mass Affluent Banking Market in the Middle East Report Overview Investment penetration and value are significantly higher among the mass affluent in the Middle East. Offshore investment penetration is especially high and will further increase in the future. Digital wallets are the most popular new investment providers across markets, and half of mass affluents also prefer arranging their investments on a mobile app or digital platform. Nonetheless, a third still prefers to invest in person or over the phone. Providing...
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Analyst Opinions
NewUnited Kingdom (UK) Personal Lines Insurance Distribution Dynamics and Future Market, 2023 Update
United Kingdom (UK) Personal Lines Insurance Market Report Overview The direct channel was the preferred choice for personal insurance purchases in the UK in 2023. Consumers are increasingly opting for online insurance purchases driving insurers and distributors to continue enhancing their online capabilities. Consumers prioritize affordability and trustworthiness when selecting an insurance provider, regardless of distribution channel. Hence, across all lines of distribution, the primary factors influencing consumers’ choice is either related to the cost of premiums or the provider’s...
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Thematic Analysis
NewBlockchain in Travel and Tourism – Thematic Intelligence
Blockchain in Travel and Tourism Report Overview The globalization and digitization of travel and tourism are both driving the demand for easy-to-use and cheap international transaction processes and payment systems. Blockchain technologies are predicted to substantially transform the tourism industry. Blockchain is a very recent development in the digitization of the tourism industry that hinges on the pervasiveness of information and communication technologies (ICTs). Over the past decade, technology has triggered numerous changes in the tourism industry. The internet has...
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Analyst Opinions
NewUnited Kingdom (UK) Commercial Insurance Distribution Dynamics by Channels and Future Market, 2024 Update
This report discusses the distribution landscape of UK commercial insurance. Each channel is discussed in turn, with a particular focus on the broker channel, which dominates the space. Analysis of responses to GlobalData’s 2024 UK Commercial Insurance Broker Survey offers insight into brokers’ growth and digital transformation strategies going forward. The SME market is also discussed, with due consideration given to smaller businesses and their comparatively simple insurance needs. The report finishes by providing an outlook on the future of...
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Product Insights
United Kingdom (UK) Travel Insurance Distribution Dynamics by Channels and Future Market, 2023 Update
United Kingdom (UK) Travel Insurance Market Report Overview The UK travel insurance market research report offers insights into consumer purchasing decisions within the travel insurance scenario and discusses their influence on the market over the next few years. In 2023, more than 24% of travel insurance purchases were via PCWs, which suggests that consumers want more details from their providers about their coverage levels, policy options, and premium pricing. Additionally, single-trip policies maintained their popularity during the year Leading Distribution...
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Thematic Analysis
Blockchain – Thematic Intelligence
Blockchain Thematic Intelligence Report Overview Blockchain is a type of distributed ledger comprising unchangeable, digitally recorded data in packages called blocks. Each block is ‘chained’ to the next block using a cryptographic signature. The four key characteristics that make blockchain uniquely different from traditional databases are decentralization, cryptography, validation, and immutability. Key Features of Blockchain Technology Buy the Full Report to Know More About the Key Features of Blockchain Technology, Download a Free Report Sample With the hype around blockchain...
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Sector Analysis
NewFrance Cards and Payments – Opportunities and Risks to 2028
France Cards and Payments Market Overview The annual value of card transactions in the France cards and payments market was $857.59 billion in 2023. The French cards and payments industry is well developed. Multi-functional cards are a prominent feature of the French payment card market. The most common combination is debit and charge card facilities via a single payment card. Additionally, the growing adoption of contactless cards, the expansion of digital-only banks, the emergence of alternative payment solutions, and the...
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Company Insights
Innovation and Patenting activity of HSBC Holdings Plc Q1 2024
GlobalData, the industry analysis specialist, has released its latest company patent databook "Innovation and Patenting activity of HSBC Holdings Plc Q1 2024". The databook highlights patenting activity of the company in terms of growth in filings and grants, regions protected, impact of various themes, sector applicability of technologies protected. It provides contextual analysis of technical peers, their strategy, dominance (Grant share) and their recent activities. This is an on-demand databook that will be delivered upon request. The report will be...
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Thematic Analysis
Wealth Management Sector Scorecard – Thematic Intelligence
Wealth Management Sector Scorecard Thematic Intelligence Report Overview The wealth management sector must continuously invest in key themes to capture more market share. Digital investment platforms with the infusion of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, can offer customers efficient personalized services. This will not only help players retain customers but also gain a competitive advantage. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) services remain a key theme in the wealth space, accelerated due to the pandemic. Wealth...