Consumer Mobile Payment Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The consumer mobile payment market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $82 billion in 2024 to $107.08 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing smartphone penetration and internet connectivity, growth of digital wallets and mobile payment apps, convenience and ease of use in conducting transactions, adoption by merchants and businesses for cashless payments, rise in consumer preference for contactless and secure payment methods, expansion of e-commerce and online shopping platforms, government initiatives promoting digital payment adoption.

The consumer mobile payment market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $307.71 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to continuation of smartphone proliferation and mobile internet access, expansion of mobile payment acceptance in retail and service sectors, growth of peer-to-peer payment platforms and social commerce, increasing demand for financial inclusion and accessibility, adoption of mobile payments in emerging markets and unbanked populations. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of biometric authentication, growth in demand for peer-to-peer platforms, development of solutions for in-store and online purchases, collaboration between providers and merchants, expansion of options for transportation services, adoption of qr code technology, integration into messaging platforms, increasing emphasis on cybersecurity.

The rapid proliferation of contactless payments is anticipated to propel the expansion of the consumer mobile payment market in the coming years. Contactless payment represents a secure transaction method wherein users can conveniently tap or wave their card, smartphone, or wearable device near a compatible terminal to make purchases without the need for physical swiping or insertion of the card. The widespread adoption of contactless payments offers enhanced convenience, security, and overall improved consumer experiences, thereby establishing itself as a pivotal trend in modern payment systems. The surge in contactless payment penetration not only bolsters convenience and safety but also stimulates growth in the consumer mobile payment market by fostering the adoption of mobile payment platforms and expediting the transition towards cashless transactions. For instance, data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) indicated that U.S. consumers spent $65.2 billion at stores using Google Pay in 2022, a significant increase from $24.8 billion in 2021. Thus, the surge in contactless payment penetration serves as a key driver for the growth of the consumer mobile payment market.

Leading companies in the consumer mobile payment market are actively pursuing advanced payment solutions such as microPay to streamline digital payments. MicroPay facilitates small financial transactions, typically less than a dollar, conducted online for various goods or services, including online purchases, freelance work, or digital content. For instance, Axis Bank Ltd., a multinational banking and financial services company based in India, introduced MicroPay in March 2023, leveraging 'Pin on Mobile' technology for accepting digital payments. This innovative solution transforms a merchant's smartphone into a point-of-sale (POS) terminal, offering a cost-effective means to accept payments through cards, UPI, BQR codes, and other channels while upholding the highest security standards.

In November 2023, Fleetcor Technologies, Inc., a US-based business payments and spend management company, acquired PayByPhone to bolster its vehicle payment solutions for business-to-business fleet customers and consumers. This strategic acquisition is poised to drive substantial long-term growth by harnessing PayByPhone's user-friendly technology and extensive presence in the parking industry. PayByPhone Technologies, headquartered in Canada, specializes in providing mobile payment solutions in the parking and transportation sectors, further strengthening Fleetcor's position in the consumer mobile payment market.

Major companies operating in the consumer mobile payment market are Amazon.com Inc., Apple Inc., Alphabet Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Alibaba Group Holdings Limited, American Express Company, Visa Inc., PayPal Holdings Inc., MasterCard Incorporated, Thales Group, Fiserv Inc., Square Inc., Bharti Airtel Ltd., Fidelity National Information Services Inc., Orange Polska SA, Grubhub Inc., Jack Henry & Associates Inc., Block Inc., ACI Worldwide Inc., Money Gram International Inc., Dawood Hercules Corporation Limited, Oxigen S.ervices Pvt. Ltd., Mobikwik Systems Ltd., ZipCash Card Services Pvt. Ltd., Vodafone M-pesa Limited, One97 Communication India Ltd., Citrus Payment Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the consumer mobile payment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the consumer mobile payment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the consumer mobile payment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The consumer mobile payment market includes revenues earned by entities by services such as digital wallet transactions, mobile banking, transaction processing and security solutions. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

Consumer mobile payment refers to the utilization of a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet, to conduct financial transactions, typically for purchasing goods and services. This mode of payment relies on mobile applications or inherent features within the device to initiate, authorize, and finalize transactions.

The primary types of consumer mobile payments encompass remote and proximity payments. Remote mobile payments offer consumers a convenient and efficient means to engage in financial transactions from a distance, providing flexibility and accessibility in the digital age. These payments utilize various technologies, including near-field communication (NFC), direct mobile billing, mobile web payment, short message services, interactive voice response systems, mobile apps, among others. They find application across diverse industries such as retail, hospitality and tourism, information technology and telecommunications, banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI), media and entertainment, healthcare, airlines, and others.

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