Blog: Americas
Rapyd’s research and reports on payment trends in the Americas provide businesses with valuable insights into the rapidly changing fintech industry in North and Latin America. By keeping a close eye on payment trends in these regions, Rapyd helps businesses optimize their payment strategies and grow their customer base. Our reports cover a range of topics, from regulatory changes to emerging payment technologies and consumer preferences, providing actionable insights that businesses can use to stay ahead of the competition. Whether you’re a startup looking to expand into new markets or an established business looking to stay ahead of the curve, Rapyd’s research and reports on payment trends in the Americas can help you thrive in this dynamic and highly competitive market.
Unlocking the European Market: Regulations, Taxes, and Choosing the Right Payment Gateway Europe offers a lucrative market for US businesses. As with any international expansion, there are unique challenges to navigate, especially when it comes to processing payments. From understanding…
Shopping on mobile and paying with direct bank transfers. In Colombia, similar to other Latin American markets, consumers reported shopping online about one-third of the time. Fashion, restaurant and food takeout and beauty are some of the top products Colombians…
They’re placing food orders on phones and paying with local app Yape. Similar to shoppers in other markets, Peruvians also shop online regularly. Weekly online purchases either on mobile or computer occur over one-third of the time. Fashion, restaurant takeout…
Argentina eCommerce and Payment Trends 2023 Most Argentinians make online purchases weekly. Research shows that one-third report weekly shopping on their mobile device or computer. Popular ecommerce shopping categories include fashion, groceries, utility payments and ordering food from restaurants. When…
Paying with debit cards and shopping for fashion, beauty and food. Chileans are regular online shoppers with 40% reporting using their phones or computers for purchasing in the last month. Popular shopping categories include fashion, beauty and food takeout. Mobile…
Rapyd research reveals the most popular payment methods in Mexico and how Mexicans prefer to shop and pay. While Mexico’s ecommerce market is smaller than neighbors such as the United States and Brazil, it is growing quickly. Thanks to a…
Rapyd research reveals the most popular payment methods in Brazil and how Brazilians prefer to shop and pay. Brazil’s massive population of young, tech-savvy buyers offers vast growth potential for international businesses looking to expand their operations. As new technologies…
Today, mobile and web applications that provide many services are called Super Apps. Popular in Asia, Super Apps have been top-of-mind for tech leaders with strong opinions on whether this one-app-for-everything approach will take off in the U.S.
Retail traders are fueling the rise of online investing worldwide, with investors from North America, Asia and Oceania and Europe behind this rapid increase. Latin America, the Middle East and Africa remind behind these top markets for investing, but these…
Boleto Bancario Is One of Brazil’s Most Popular Cash Payment Methods – Here's What You Need To Know About Accepting This Popular Payment Method. Boleto means ‘ticket’ and is a popular Brazilian cash payment method. A 'boleto' is a printed…
Five options for top payment processors to access and accept transactions in Brazil. With over 211 million people, Brazil is the sixth most populous country in the world and the largest country across both Latin America and South America. This,…
Your guide to capitalizing on the growing Latin American ecommerce market by offering local payment methods. Accepting cross-border payments in Latin America means understanding the market, so merchants looking to trade in the region should ensure they approach it in…
Adjust existing rewards programs and learn how to create new programs that succeed in the Latin American market. As payment method trends in the LATAM Market continue to evolve toward mobile money and contactless payments, trying to impose the old…
eCommerce Merchants Need Cash Acceptance beyond Oxxo Payments at More Convenient Locations Only 37 percent of Mexicans have a bank account. (Center for Global Development et al.) With ecommerce surging in popularity, partially due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ability…
Brazilian Payment Preferences Driving Sales For Online Merchants Analysts have long eyed Brazil for its potential to host a Latin American ecommerce boom. Brazil is showing signs it can deliver on this promise by reforming its financial sector to create…
Mexico’s Payment Methods that Local and Cross-Border Merchants Can’t Overlook. With 127 million1 inhabitants, Mexico is the 10th most populous country in the world—and many of those people still haven't fully embraced online shopping. But with an annual growth rate…
For the most recent guide to payment and payout methods and ecommerce trends in Mexico, check out our research from 2022. In Mexico, government programs are improving internet connectivity, driving the adoption of digital payment methods and growing smartphone use…
This article covers payment trends from 2019 and 2020. For the most recent research read: eCommerce and Payment Trends: Brazil Brazil offers ecommerce leaders lucrative opportunities in the largest eCommerce market in Latin America1. Understanding how Brazilian consumers engage in digital…