Category: Banking & Financial Services
Africa Banking & Financial Services
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Analysis by Region - Emerging Markets - Senegal
... suggests. This revelation halted IMF payouts under the current arrangement and soured global sentiment towards the West African nation. Even so, the country’s economic potential is promising, especially in the fledgling hydrocarbon sector. We currently ... Read More
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Analysis by Region - Emerging Markets - Central African Republic
... IMF. Against this backdrop, we forecast real GDP growth of 1.4% in 2025. Downside risks to our economic outlook include a deterioration in the security situation, unfavourable weather conditions, and uncertainty surrounding the 2025 elections. Read More
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Economy of Morocco 2025
... social inclusion and housing and is in the process of acquiring a significant industrial sector. Morocco boasts Africa's first high speed train line with plans for future expansion. There are vast shale oil deposits but ... Read More
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Analysis by Region - Africa - Tunisia
... the legislation governing the bank. These changes will come at a cost, with the possibility of increased inflationary pressures and lower FX reserves. In the same month, Mr Saïed replaced Finance Minister Sihem Boughdiri with ... Read More
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Analysis by Region - Emerging Markets - Gambia
... remittances remain robust. The central bank’s Composite Index of Economic Activity pointed to an economic expansion of around 6% in January 2025. As a result, we have raised our real GDP growth forecast for 2025 ... Read More
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Analysis by Region - Africa
... to the rainy season, water levels are rising, strengthening prospects for improved hydropower generation, a favourable agricultural season, and a reversal of drought-related cost adjustments. In January, the energy regulator opted to extend the emergency ... Read More
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Analysis by Region - Africa - Egypt
... Arab nations presented a reconstruction plan for the Gaza Strip. The plan is a positive first step, even though critical questions remain. The most important of these are who will fund the reconstruction, and who ... Read More
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Analysis by Region - Emerging Markets - Ghana
... in January for first-quarter government spending. In February, an IMF delegation visited Ghana to discuss this year's budget and evaluate the new administration’s commitment to the current Extended Credit Facility. The fourth programme review is ... Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - Sudan
... the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the chances of an end to the war are slightly better than a year ago. Earlier this month, the SAF made major territorial gains, securing much of Khartoum, which it lost ... Read More
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Egypt Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Market Size and Forecast; Spend Analysis by Digital / e-Gift Card, Retail and Corporate Consumers, Distribution Channel, Occasions, Retail Sectors, Open Loop, Closed Loop, Demographics, Market Share by Retailers – Q1 2025 Update
... achieving a CAGR of 14.4%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 11.2% during 2025-2029. By the end of 2029, the gift card sector is ... Read More
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Kenya Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Market Size and Forecast; Spend Analysis by Digital / e-Gift Card, Retail and Corporate Consumers, Distribution Channel, Occasions, Retail Sectors, Open Loop, Closed Loop, Demographics, Market Share by Retailers – Q1 2025 Update
... achieving a CAGR of 14.5%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 11.8% during 2025-2029. By the end of 2029, the gift card sector is ... Read More
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Nigeria Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Market Size and Forecast; Spend Analysis by Digital / e-Gift Card, Retail and Corporate Consumers, Distribution Channel, Occasions, Retail Sectors, Open Loop, Closed Loop, Demographics, Market Share by Retailers – Q1 2025 Update
... achieving a CAGR of 14.4%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 11.3% during 2025-2029. By the end of 2029, the gift card sector is ... Read More
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Wealth Management Platform Market, By Advisory Mode (Human Advisory, Robo Advisory, and Hybrid), By Deployment (Cloud-based, and On-premises), By End-use Industry (Banks, Investment Management Firms, Trading & Exchange Firms, Brokerage Firms, and Others), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and Africa)
... to manage portfolios, perform financial planning, execute trades, generate reports, and conduct other operations. Major players are focusing on offering advanced digital wealth management platforms integrated with AI, predictive analytics, and robo-advisory capabilities to automate ... Read More
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South Africa Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Market Size and Forecast; Spend Analysis by Digital / e-Gift Card, Retail and Corporate Consumers, Distribution Channel, Occasions, Retail Sectors, Open Loop, Closed Loop, Demographics, Market Share by Retailers – Q1 2025 Update
... 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 14.0%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 10.9% during 2025-2029. By the end of 2029, the gift card sector ... Read More
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Robotic Process Automation Market, By Service Type (Professional Services and Training Services), By Organization Type (Small & Medium Enterprise and Large Enterprises), By Application (Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI), Telecom and IT, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Trends, Analysis, and Forecast till 2029
... Manufacturing, and Others), and Region- Trends, Analysis and Forecast till 2034 Robotic process automation market is driven by growing demand for process automation tools and services from various industries across the globe. Increased efficiency, cost-effective, ... Read More
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Factoring Services Market, By Application (Domestic and International), By Enterprise Size (Large Enterprises and SMEs), By Provider (Banks and NBFCs), By Industry Vertical (Construction, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Utilities, IT & Telecom, Staffing, and Others), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa)
... factor its receivable assets to meet its present and short-term financial needs. Through factoring, a business can obtain liquid funds without having to wait for the lengthy payment period for their customers or clients. This ... Read More
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Analysis by Region - Africa - Morocco
... Q3 2024, driven by persistently strong growth in mining & quarrying and accommodation & catering. By contrast, output in agriculture & fisheries contracted by 4.2% y/y. We have revised our real GDP growth forecast for ... Read More
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Analysis by Region - Emerging Markets - Zimbabwe
... electricity generation. Meanwhile, the ZiG has stabilised somewhat after last year’s 43% devaluation. In a recent policy statement, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) noted that elevated interest rates and increased foreign exchange reserves have ... Read More
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Digital Lending Market, By Offering (Solutions and Services), By Deployment Mode (Cloud and On-Premises), By End user (Banks, Credit Unions, NBFCs), By Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa)
... 2025 to 2032. Digital lending refers to consumer and small business loans that are applied and processed online through digital platforms, thus, allowing borrowers to access funds quickly through alternative lending channels. Over the past ... Read More
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Pre-Paid Cards in South Africa
... as delayed payments and ongoing issues within its payment system persisted in 2024. The situation was exacerbated by challenging financial conditions, resulting in the closure of numerous branches typically used by grant beneficiaries for collectio... ... Read More
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Store Cards in South Africa
... to retailers adopting a more restrictive credit policy to reduce exposure to bad debt and improve their cash flow management. A prominent example is Mr Price reporting a 32% increase in demand for new accounts ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in South Africa
... to rely on social grants. The challenges were exacerbated by a prolonged 15-year high interest rate, resulting in many mid-income families finding it increasingly difficult to repay asset-backed debts, such as mortgages, due to shrinking ... Read More
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Credit Cards in South Africa
... rising electricity and fuel prices having an accumulative effect on essentials such as groceries. The trend has been noticeable among low- and mid-income earners due to many experiencing difficulties in repaying asset-backed debts such as ... Read More
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Charge Cards in South Africa
... above 11%, despite two consecutive cuts of 25 basis points in the last quarter of the year. High- and mid-income earners were particularly affected, as they faced greater pressure on disposable incomes due to rising ... Read More
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Macro - Country Economic Forecasts - Côte d'Ivoire
... Concurrently, sustained expansions in trade and the financial and ICT industries will uphold strong tertiary sector growth. By contrast, subdued cocoa production will hamper Côte d’Ivoire’s agricultural sector. Ultimately, we forecast real GDP growth of ... Read More
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