DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Australia Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - Market Size and Forecast, Consumer Attitude & Behaviour, Retail Spend - Q1 2024 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Australia's financial technology landscape is experiencing significant growth, particularly in the prepaid card sector. The industry witnessed an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6% from 2019 to 2023. Forecasts indicate a promising future, with expectations of a 9.6% CAGR through to 2028, which would see the market's valuation rise from US$19.22 billion to US$30.86 billion.

Consumer Trends Shift Towards Digital Wallets

The tendency among consumers, specifically the Gen Z and millennial demographics, to embrace digital wallets as their preferred payment method, is reshaping the Australian financial services industry. This shift is not only influencing user behaviour but also fostering a competitive environment where businesses are increasingly poised to drive investment in digital payment systems.

Government Initiatives to Modernize Payment Systems

In alignment with changing consumer preferences and technological advancements, the Australian government is in the process of phasing out cheques and bringing digital wallet providers under the regulatory umbrella traditionally reserved for credit card companies. These changes underscore the government's commitment to fostering a secure, dynamic, and innovative payments industry.

Investment in Digital Payments: A Business Priority

With the momentum of digital wallets progressing, reports reveal a commitment from approximately half of Australian businesses to invest in the development of digital payment solutions. The trend exhibits a particular resonance in retail, finance, and insurance sectors, where digital wallet adoption is proliferating.

Security at the Forefront of Digital Payment Adoption

The expansion of digital wallets has brought with it a keen attention to security, with businesses emphasizing the need for robust frameworks to prevent fraud. Trusted wallets like Google Pay and Apple Pay lead the charge, privileging their reputability and ensuring customer confidence in digital transactions.

Prospective Future of Prepaid Payments in Australia

This emergent focus on prepaid card and digital wallet usage highlights a transformative phase in Australian consumer behaviour and retail spend dynamics. Industry experts project that this evolution will continue to define consumer transactions and financial services for years to come.

The culmination of these trends indicates a vibrant future for Australia's prepaid card and digital wallet sectors, spotlighting a thriving market with ample opportunities for growth and innovation.

Report Scope

This report provides a detailed data centric analysis of prepaid payment instruments, covering spend through prepaid cards and digital wallets across retail and corporate consumer segments. In addition, it provides a snapshot of consumer behaviour and retail spend dynamics in Australia.

With over 100 KPIs at country level, this report provides comprehensive understanding of prepaid card and digital wallet card market dynamics.

Australia Prepaid Payment Instrument Market Size and Forecast

• Transaction Value Trend Analysis
• Transaction Volume Trend Analysis
• Average Value per Transaction

Australia Digital Wallet Market Size and Forecast

• Transaction Value Trend Analysis
• Transaction Volume Trend Analysis
• Average Value per Transaction

Australia Digital Wallet Market Size and Forecast by Key Segments

• Retail Shopping (Value, Volume, Avg. Value)
• Travel (Value, Volume, Avg. Value)
• Entertainment and Gaming (Value, Volume, Avg. Value)
• Restaurant (Value, Volume, Avg. Value)
• Recharge and Bill Payment (Value, Volume, Avg. Value)

Australia Digital Wallet Spend by Key Retail Categories

• Food and Grocery
• Health and Beauty Products
• Apparel and Foot Wear
• Books, Music and Video
• Consumer Electronics
• Pharmacy and Wellness
• Gas Stations
• Restaurants and Bars
• Toys, Kids and Baby Products
• Services
• Other Categories

Australia Prepaid Card Industry Market Attractiveness

• Load Value Trend Analysis
• Transaction Value Trend Analysis
• Transaction Volume Trend Analysis
• Average Value per Transaction
• Number of Cards

Australia Open Loop Prepaid Card Future Growth Dynamics

• Transaction Value Trend Analysis
• Transaction Volume Trend Analysis
• Average Value per Transaction
• Number of Cards

Australia Closed Loop Prepaid Card Future Growth Dynamics

• Transaction Value Trend Analysis
• Transaction Volume Trend Analysis
• Average Value per Transaction
• Number of Cards

Australia Prepaid Card Market Share by Key Players

• General Purpose Prepaid Cards
• Business and Administrative Expense Prepaid Cards
• Travel Forex Prepaid Cards
• Meal Prepaid Cards

Australia Prepaid Card Consumer Usage Trends

• By Age Group
• By Income Group
• By Gender

Australia Prepaid Card Spend by Key Retail Categories

• Food and Grocery
• Health and Beauty Products
• Apparel and Foot Wear
• Books, Music and Video
• Consumer Electronics
• Pharmacy and Wellness
• Gas Stations
• Restaurants and Bars
• Toys, Kids and Baby Products
• Services
• Other Categories

Australia General Purpose Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast

Australia Gift Card Market Size and Forecast

Gift Card Market Size and Forecast by Functional Attribute

• By Open Loop Gift Card
• By Closed Loop Gift Card

Gift Card Market Size and Forecast by Consumer Segments

• By Retail Consumer Segment
• By Corporate Consumer Segment

Gift Card Market Share Analysis by Retail Categories

Gift Card Market Share Analysis by Gifting Occasion

Gift Card Market Share Analysis by Purchase Location

Australia Entertainment and Gaming Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast

Australia Teen and Campus Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast

Teen and Campus Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast by Functional Attribute

• By Open Loop Teen and Campus Prepaid Card
• By Closed Loop Teen and Campus Prepaid Card

Business and Administrative Expense Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast by Consumer Segments

• By Small Scale Business Segment
• By Mid-Tier Business Segment
• By Enterprise Business Segment
• By Government Segment

Payroll Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast by Consumer Segments

• By Small Scale Business Segment
• By Mid-Tier Business Segment
• By Enterprise Business Segment
• By Government Segment

Meal Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast by Consumer Segments

• By Small Scale Business Segment
• By Mid-Tier Business Segment
• By Enterprise Business Segment
• By Government Segment

Travel Forex Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast by Consumer Segments

• By Retail
• By Small Scale Business Segment
• By Mid-Tier Business Segment
• By Enterprise Business Segment
• By Government Segment

Australia Transit and Tolls Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast

Australia Healthcare and Wellness Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast

Australia Social Security and Other Government Benefit Programs Prepaid Card Market Size and Forecast

Australia Fuel Prepaid Cards Market Size and Forecast

Australia Utilities, and Other Prepaid Cards Market Size and Forecast

Australia Virtual Prepaid Card Industry Market Attractiveness

• Transaction Value Trend Analysis
• Transaction Volume Trend Analysis
• Average Value per Transaction

Australia Virtual Prepaid Card Market Size and Future Growth Dynamics by Key Categories

• General Purpose Prepaid Cards
• Gift Cards
• Entertainment and Gaming Prepaid Cards
• Teen and Campus Prepaid Cards
• Business and Administrative Expense Prepaid Cards
• Payroll Prepaid Cards
• Meal Prepaid Cards
• Travel Forex Prepaid Cards
• Transit and Trolls Prepaid Cards
• Social Security and Other Government Benefit Programs Prepaid Cards
• Fuel Prepaid Cards
• Utilities and Other Prepaid Cards

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