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Mobile money hits 2 trillion in 2025 as everyday merchant payments surge worldwide
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Published on 3 May 2026
Merchant payments jump 42 percent as users shift
Global mobile money transactions crossed $2 trillion in 2025, doubling over four years as activity climbed and usage shifted toward everyday merchant payments, which rose 42%. Providers are also rolling out savings and insurance products to improve profitability, even as regulators tighten rules and fraud risks remain a persistent challenge.
- Mobile money transactions surpassed $2 trillion in 2025
- Everyday merchant payments grew 42% as adoption widened
- Savings and insurance add new revenue streams for providers
- Regulatory scrutiny and fraud threats continue alongside growth
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