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Asia-Pacific and global SME digital trends
Overview
A Mastercard Dreamonomics report examining small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) indicates a broad regional demand for integrated digital tools to manage complexity. Across 18 Asia-Pacific countries, 74% of SMEs are seeking connected systems to manage digital growth, with a significant majority prioritizing stability and predictability.
Subsequent findings highlight diverging priorities between specific markets. In Australia, SME owners focus on personal wellbeing, stability, and customer relationships, with 68% prioritizing predictability over rapid expansion. Conversely, SMEs in the United Arab Emirates exhibit a stronger growth mindset and higher engagement with digital finance, including the use of cryptocurrency and stablecoins for business expenses.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesMastercard report highlights differing SME priorities in Australia and UAE
Mastercard’s Dreamonomics report shows Australian SMEs prioritizing wellbeing and stability, while UAE SMEs show a stronger growth mindset and higher adoption of cryptocurrency and stablecoins.
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[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesAsia-Pacific SMEs seek integrated tools to manage digital growth
A Mastercard report reveals that 74% of Asia-Pacific SMEs desire integrated business tools to manage increasing digital complexity and diverse payment methods.
Sources
asianbankingandfinance.net · europesays.com · insidesmallbusiness.com.au · pymnts.com · smehorizon.com · techafricanews.com