PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Usage of charge cards expected to remain low over the forecast period
Usage of charge cards in Malaysia is expected to remain low during the forecast period, as consumers increasingly favour credit cards over charge cards. The high annual fees typically associated with charge cards serve as a significant deterrent for many individuals and businesses in Malaysia, limiting their widespread adoption.
Travel-related expenses will dominate charge card spending
Travel-related expenses are set to remain the primary driver of personal and commercial charge card usage in Malaysia. The ongoing recovery of international travel will bolster spending on charge cards, with affluent consumers as the primary users.
Rising competition from credit cards offering travel rewards
The number of credit cards offering travel rewards has surged in recent years, providing strong competition to traditional charge cards. While charge cards like those from American Express feature premium benefits such as complimentary airport lounge access and free green fees at select golf clubs worldwide, credit cards are now offering similar or even superior perks.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Charge Card Transactions industry in Malaysia with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
If you're in the Charge Card Transactions industry in Malaysia, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Charge Card Transactions in Malaysia report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Charge Card Transactions in Malaysia?
- What are the major trends key to understanding Charge Card Transactions in Malaysia?
- How has COVID-19, recession and macroeconomic volatility impacted the market?
- How long will the market take to recover? What are the opportunities now?
- How will political context and shifting cultural values shape future growth?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Charge Cards in Malaysia - Category analysis
Charge Cards in Malaysia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Limited growth for charge cards as credit cards remain preferred choice
Resumption of business travel boosts commercial charge card usage
Maybank remains dominant player
Usage of charge cards expected to remain low over the forecast period
Travel-related expenses will dominate charge card spending
Rising competition from credit cards offering travel rewards
Credit Cards in Malaysia - Category analysis
Credit Cards in Malaysia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Rising credit card usage amid economic pressures, although introduction of reloading fees could impact consumer behaviour
Surge in virtual credit cards, driven by security and convenience
Increased spending on commercial credit cards in line with revival of business activities
Optimistic outlook for credit cards
Credit card issuers expand contactless and mobile payment options
BNPL will challenge credit card usage
Debit Cards in Malaysia - Category analysis
Debit Cards in Malaysia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Debit cards continue to grow in popularity
Expansion in number of digital banks enhance financial inclusion
Commercial debit cards see increase in usage, thanks to rise in business activities
Debit cards will dominate everyday spending
Increased competition among debit card operators
Multi-currency debit cards will gain traction in response to surge in travel
Pre-Paid Cards in Malaysia - Category analysis
Pre-Paid Cards in Malaysia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Pre-paid cards benefit from government push towards cashless payment framework
Decline in use of closed-loop pre-paid cards as other cashless payment methods gain traction
Touch ‘n Go continues to play important role in pre-paid card landscape
Positive outlook for open-loop pre-paid cards, driven by government initiatives to promote financial inclusion
Virtual cards to gain popularity
Projected decline in usage of closed loop pre-paid cards
Financial Cards and Payments in Malaysia - Industry Overview
Financial cards and payments in 2024: The big picture
2024 Key trends
Mobile wallets with QR code technology gain traction
Malaysian government continues to push for cashless economy
International and domestic players look to increase customer base through the launch of ever-more innovative card solutions
What next for financial cards and payments?
DISCLAIMER
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Charge Card Transactions
- Commercial Charge Card Transactions
- Personal Charge Card Transactions
Charge Card Transactions
A charge card (sometimes referred to as a Travel and Entertainment card) shares the “pay later” component with credit cards. However, charge card balances normally have to be paid off monthly and do not attract interest charges. Charge cards typically possess high (or even no) pre-set spending limits and may carry a high annual fee. Payments are tracked based on the country of residence / account issuance and include outbound spend while excluding inbound spend.
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