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Company Insights
NewM-PESA – Competitor Profile
M-PESA is a mobile-based fund transfer and micro-level banking service available to customers of Safaricom, Kenya’s largest mobile network. Introduced in 2007, the service has become a primary channel for fund transfers in the country. Originally developed as a low-cost microfinance loan repayment system, it was extended as an open platform to remit funds and make consumer payments due to its rising popularity. This was largely a result of factors such as the high cost of remitting funds through banks,...
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Analyst Opinions
HNW Asset Allocation Trends, Investment Drivers and Preferences, 2024 Update
Reasons to buy the ‘HNW Asset Allocation Trends’ report: Get an overview of the key themes for investment in 2024, including inflation, interest rates, geopolitical risk, and war​. Gain insight into the retail and HNW investment portfolios and what this means for 2024 allocations. Access a detailed review of the reliance on asset managers in the investment portfolio and the drivers motivating HNW investors in each asset category. Analyze HNW asset allocation strategies in 24 key markets and examine the drivers behind investment...
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Thematic Analysis
NewPersonalization in Insurance – Thematic Intelligence
Personalization in Insurance Thematic Report Overview Insurance companies are recognizing the value of personalized policies to attract and retain customers. Insurers can personalize policies based on policyholder behaviors, preferences, and risk profiles, with unprecedented accuracy by leveraging AI and machine learning algorithms. Personalized policies not only provide customers with coverage that meets their specific requirements but also demonstrate an understanding of their unique circumstances, fostering trust and loyalty. The ‘Personalization in Insurance’ thematic intelligence report gives you an in-depth insight...
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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...
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Thematic Analysis
Banking Predictions for 2024 – Thematic Intelligence
Exploring in-depth trends and insights from the ‘Banking Predictions for 2024’ report will enable you to: Analyze the major themes that will impact the banking industry in 2024. Identify the top 20 themes impacting the banking industry – artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, the future of work, cloud computing, blockchain and cryptocurrencies, fintech, internet of things, big data, social media, financial wellness, digital lending, digital banking, conversational platforms, personalization, data privacy, and open banking. Understand a wide range of disruptive themes that...
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Thematic Analysis
Global Tech, Media, and Telecom (TMT) M&A Deals 2023 – Top Themes and Predictions – Thematic Intelligence
Global Tech, Media, and Telecom (TMT) M&A Deals 2023 Theme and Predictions Report Overview Total M&A deal value in the technology, media, and telecom (TMT) sector declined 46% in 2023, compared to the previous year. Software and services accounted for over 48% share of the total M&A deal value in 2023. The ‘Global Tech, Media, And Telecom (TMT) M&A Deals 2023 Theme and Predictions Report’ analyzes the top disruptive themes that drove M&A activity in the technology, media, and telecom (TMT)...
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Thematic Analysis
Payments Sector Scorecard – Thematic Intelligence
Payments Sector Scorecard Thematic Intelligence Report Overview Disruptive solutions such as blockchain, AI, and cloud technology are driving changes in the payments industry. Companies such as JPMorgan Chase, GoogleC, Visa, and Mastercard are heavily investing in these solutions even though they are at their early stage of using disruptive technologies. In addition, incumbent companies acquire startups and stakes in competitors to grow their market share. Fintech startups first showed interest in new payment solutions such as open banking, blockchain, and...
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Sector Analysis
United Kingdom (UK) Cards and Payments – Opportunities and Risks to 2027
UK Cards and Payments Market Report Overview The annual value of card transactions in the UK cards and payments market was $1.3 trillion in 2023. The value is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 5% during 2023-2027. Fintech companies are offering international P2P payment platforms to cater to the rising demand for cross-border payments. For instance, in March 2023, Brightwell partnered with Visa to enable users to make international money transfers. UK Card Transactions Outlook, 2023-2027 ($...
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Analyst Opinions
Key Payments Trends for 2024
Exploring trends and insights from the ‘Payments Trends’ report will help you: Identify the top trends impacting the payment industry - mobile payments, social commerce, alternative solutions, AI, open banking, and blockchain. Analyze the leading trends in the industry and learn how they provide fast and frictionless user experiences. Understand each trend in detail to gain a competitive advantage in the market. Identify factors driving the growth of the payments landscape, including super apps, mobile payments, and blockchain. Understand the...
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Company Insights
Mambu – Tech Innovator Profile
This report provides insight into Mambu, including an overview of the company, coverage of its business model and operations, and biographies of its senior management. Mambu is a fintech technology provider that leverages cloud technology for its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) banking platform. The company’s platform allows financial institutions to design, introduce, service, and streamline their banking and lending portfolios.