Read our latest reports on Latin America here, with analyses and ...
Read our latest reports on Latin America here, with analyses and market statistics that explore the evolving consumer preferences, market environment and inherent growth potential in individual countries, or briefings that assess key strategic themes...
In 2023, premium beauty and personal care in Argentina registered a strong contraction in retail volume terms, while retail value sales rose. Import restrictions were the key challenge for retail volume sales, with imports of premium beauty and…
Value sales of premium and luxury cars grew by 2% to total MXN52.1 billion in 2023 due to increased demand from high-income consumers, who proved to be steadfast despite macroeconomic headwinds. Wealth determines the degree of demand that exists for…
As in 2022, sales of premium and luxury cars were in decline in Brazil in 2023 in all measures – volume, current value and value at 2023 constant prices – although the declines slowed significantly in 2023, compared with a year earlier. Sales of…
Value sales of premium and luxury cars grew by 82% in current terms in 2023 to total ARS118.4 billion by the end of the year. With high inflation eroding the value of savings and making spending on credit more appealing, many of Argentina’s…
The use of pre-paid cards has shown consistent growth over the last two years, particularly experiencing a notable surge in 2022 as pandemic-related restrictions were lifted and activities returned to a semblance of normalcy. However, in 2023, this…
Pre-paid cards is a form of payment, whether in physical or digital format, that closely resembles conventional debit and credit cards. In 2023, pre-paid cards is set to experience a positive performance, largely thanks to the rise of e-commerce, and…
In 2023, the number of pre-paid cards in circulation is expected to grow steadily. Closed loop pre-paid cards, particularly transportation cards, will remain the most important. This growth is driven by increased mobility as hybrid work schemes lose…
The Payment Means Law in Chile has been a driving force behind the remarkable growth of pre-paid card transactions in the country. These financial cards have gained significant traction towards the end of the review period, with both banks and…
Local consumers increasingly seek the ability to utilise pre-paid cards in digital domains, spanning online shopping, food delivery services, and ride-hailing platforms. Brazilians also aspire to utilise pre-paid cards in diverse contexts, including…
Open loop pre-paid cards initially gained significant traction, targeting individuals without a financial history to access traditional credit cards, particularly those in lower socioeconomic levels. However, the momentum of this segment has…