PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Closed loop to help drive steady demand for pre-paid cards
Overall, pre-paid cards in Australia is predicted to record a positive performance over the forecast period, supported by the steady demand for closed loop cards. Given that these cards are not part of a network like Mastercard or Visa and are typically used for specific purposes, the use case for closed loop pre-paid cards will still be present.
Future transportation developments within pre-paid cards
Some developments are expected to take place in pre-paid cards over the forecast period. For example, the Go Card in Queensland is expected to transition into a new product called the Translink card.
Despite setbacks, pre-paid travel cards offer opportunities
Open loop pre-paid travel cards struggled to maintain a strong presence in the local market with international travel shutting down for over a year, but since the reopening of borders, this particular product has been gaining some momentum, although 2024 witnessed a double-digit decline in actual numbers. However, there are still some advantages to using a pre-paid travel card and providers are hoping to leverage these claims to create consumer interest.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Pre-Paid Card Transactions industry in Australia 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 Pre-Paid Card Transactions industry in Australia, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Pre-Paid Card Transactions in Australia 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 Pre-Paid Card Transactions in Australia?
- What are the major trends key to understanding Pre-Paid Card Transactions in Australia?
- 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 Australia - Category analysis
Charge Cards in Australia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Rising usage of charge cards despite decline in number of new cards
Diners Club exits market, leaving American Express as main provider of charge cards in Australia
Charge cards is mature with no competition and limited innovation
Steady growth predicted for charge cards over forecast period, driven by commercial segment
Number of charge cards in circulation set to decline
Travel-focused benefits of charge cards key for usage
Credit Cards in Australia - Category analysis
Credit Cards in Australia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Increasing use of credit cards as high cost of living impacts consumer behaviour
Some older Australians face difficulties in applying for credit cards
Outstanding credit card balance marginally declines as consumers focus on repaying debts
Number and value of personal credit transactions set to steadily grow as more consumers apply for a credit card
Tighter regulation for BNPL services makes credit cards a viable option for consumers
Commercial credit cards set to grow as number of new businesses rises
Debit Cards in Australia - Category analysis
Debit Cards in Australia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Rising number of debit cards in circulation but retail value growth slows as consumers grow cautious with their spending
Value lost to fraud continues to rise, creating new opportunities for financial service providers
Limited competition in debit card space as major banks continue to dominate
Value of debit card transactions to notably rise as spending improves
Trend of ethical living an opportunity for smaller banks as consumers look for “cleaner” investment options
Australian government plans to regulate surcharges on card payments
Pre-Paid Cards in Australia - Category analysis
Pre-Paid Cards in Australia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Transportation cards help drive growth of closed loop due to slow rollout of debit card payments for public transport
Regular return to the office helps support usage
Challenges for open loop pre-paid cards linked to gifting and travel
Closed loop to help drive steady demand for pre-paid cards
Future transportation developments within pre-paid cards
Despite setbacks, pre-paid travel cards offer opportunities
Store Cards in Australia - Category analysis
Store Cards in Australia - Company Profile
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Stagnation for store cards in an extremely competitive payment landscape
Wide range of payment methods gives consumers flexibility
Restrictive nature of store cards to limit growth potential with changing attitudes towards loyalty
Co-branded credit cards a more attractive route for store card providers
Financial Cards and Payments in Australia - Industry Overview
Financial cards and payments in 2024: The big picture
Growth in online shopping reflected in shift towards payments made with no card holder present
Public transport ticketing developments to give consumers greater flexibility in how they pay
Competitive landscape
What next for financial cards and payments?
DISCLAIMER
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Pre-Paid Card Transactions
- Closed Loop Pre-Paid Card Transactions
- Open Loop Pre-Paid Card Transactions
Pre-Paid Card Transactions
A card paid for at point of sale, and permitting the bearer to buy goods or services usually of a particular type up to the pre-paid value. These cards acts as an alternative to cash. The card can be disposable or re-loadable.
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