Nearly 1 in 2 people are willing to pay more to get their disbursements instantly when it’s urgent, according new PYMNTS Intelligence. People want money immediately in their bank accounts for peace of mind or financial needs, such as paying bills, covering emergencies, and buying essentials. That’s not just preference - It’s pressure, necessity and opportunity rolled into one. This is why I’m excited to speak on the panel “The Advantages of Instant Payments” at #EBAday 2025, a timely conversation as instant and A2A payments reshape Europe’s financial landscape, with the EU regulation setting a clear direction with deadlines this year. With decades of payment experience and real-time solutions live in markets around the world, Mastercard is helping partners turn regulatory pressure into real growth. Look forward to EBAday and let’s connect! #mastercard #realtimepayments #innovation #ebaday
Looking forward to it, Helena!
It’s telling that even in markets where consumers are not accustomed to paying for any real-time payments use cases, many consumers are still willing to pay for speed and certainty for B2C use cases. A report from TodayPay Inc earlier in the year. even found that 37% of Americans would rather go to the dentist than wait over a week for a refund. Personally, I think I’d still take the 7-day wait...but it’s a close call!
Excited for this, Helena