Virtual Card Global Market Report 2024

Description

A virtual card is a digital version of a credit or debit card designed for online transactions or mobile payments, eliminating the need for a physical card. It features a unique card number and expiration date, which are generated and managed through an app or online banking platform.

The primary types of virtual cards include business-to-business (B2B) virtual cards, business-to-consumer (B2C) remote payment virtual cards, and business-to-consumer (B2C) point-of-sale (POS) virtual cards. B2B virtual cards are used by businesses for transactions between companies. Virtual cards can include credit or debit cards tailored for different applications, including both consumer and business uses. The end users of virtual cards include both businesses and individuals.

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The virtual card market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $397.54 billion in 2023 to $474.23 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.3%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to increased demand and investments, a rise in online transactions, higher smartphone production, a growing need for additional protection such as tokenization in digital payment systems, and expanding internet penetration.

The virtual card market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $964.67 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.4%. The projected growth during the forecast period can be attributed to the rise in online payment activities, the appeal of low-cost and secure payment options, digital transformation, increased smartphone adoption, and expanding internet penetration. Key trends expected to drive growth include technological advancements in online banking services, innovations in online payments, developments in digital currencies, advancements in 5G technology, and the introduction of advanced virtual cards with biometric features.

The growth of the virtual card market is expected to be driven by the increase in online transactions. Online transactions, which include purchasing goods and services, transferring funds, and paying bills over the Internet, have become more popular due to their convenience, faster payment options, expanded customer reach, and improved security. Virtual cards contribute to the enhancement of online transactions by providing additional security through unique, temporary card numbers and by simplifying payment processes through seamless digital integration. For example, in May 2024, FedPayments Improvement, a U.S.-based product of the Federal Reserve Banks, reported that in 2023, digital wallets and mobile apps were adopted by 62% of businesses, up from 47% in 2022. This rise in online transactions is anticipated to drive the growth of the virtual card market.

Major companies in the virtual card market are focusing on technological advancements such as mobile virtual card apps to improve user convenience, enhance security features, streamline financial transactions, and integrate seamlessly with digital wallets and financial management tools. These mobile virtual card apps provide financial institutions with greater flexibility in delivering secure and contactless payment solutions that businesses increasingly require. For instance, in April 2024, Mastercard, a U.S.-based payment card services company, launched a mobile virtual card app that allows users to easily add virtual commercial cards to digital wallets. The app uses Mastercard's virtual card and tokenization platforms to offer advanced data and strong spending controls through a user-friendly interface, ensuring a seamless experience with tap-to-pay convenience. This solution is applicable across various sectors, including healthcare, insurance, fleet management, higher education, and corporate travel.

In December 2022, EQT Private Equity, a Sweden-based investment organization, acquired Billtrust (BTRS Holdings Inc.) for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to leverage EQT's expertise in software, fintech, and payments to support Billtrust's mission to digitize and streamline financial operations. Additionally, EQT seeks to enhance Billtrust's modern solutions and value proposition, driving innovation and transformation. Billtrust (BTRS Holdings Inc.), a U.S.-based company, provides virtual credit cards and related services.

Major companies operating in the virtual card market are JPMorgan Chase & Co., Citigroup Inc., American Express, Visa Inc., Mastercard, Standard Chartered Bank, DBS Bank Ltd, Stripe Inc., Adyen AS, Huntington Bancshares, WEX Inc., Wise Payments Limited, Revolut Ltd, Marqeta Inc., Emburse LLC, Billtrust Inc., Qonto, Skrill Ltd, MineralTree Inc., Cryptopay Ltd, Bento Technologies Inc., Weel Holdings Pty Ltd

North America was the largest region in the virtual card market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the virtual card market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the virtual card market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The virtual card market includes revenues earned by entities through secure online payments, expense management, subscription services, and e-commerce purchases. 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).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Virtual Card Global Market Report 2024 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on virtual card market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The 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 market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The impact of sanctions, supply chain disruptions, and altered demand for goods and services due to the Russian Ukraine war, impacting various macro-economic factors and parameters in the Eastern European region and its subsequent effect on global markets.

The impact of higher inflation in many countries and the resulting spike in interest rates.

The continued but declining impact of COVID-19 on supply chains and consumption patterns.

Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

Markets Covered:1) By Type: Business-To-Business (B2B) Virtual Cards; Business-To-Consumer (B2C) Remote Payment Virtual Cards; Business-To-Consumer (B2C) Point Of Sale (POS) Virtual Cards
2) By Card Type: Credit Card; Debit Card
3) By Application: Consumer Use; Business Use; Other Applications
4) By End User: Businesses; Individuals
Companies Mentioned: JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Citigroup Inc.; American Express; Visa Inc.; Mastercard
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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1. Executive Summary

2. Virtual Card Market Characteristics

3. Virtual Card Market Trends And Strategies

4. Virtual Card Market - Macro Economic Scenario

4.1. Impact Of High Inflation On The Market
4.2. Ukraine-Russia War Impact On The Market
4.3. COVID-19 Impact On The Market

5. Global Virtual Card Market Size and Growth

5.1. Global Virtual Card Market Drivers and Restraints
- 5.1.1. Drivers Of The Market
- 5.1.2. Restraints Of The Market
5.2. Global Virtual Card Historic Market Size and Growth, 2018 - 2023, Value ($ Billion)
5.3. Global Virtual Card Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2023 - 2028, 2033F, Value ($ Billion)

6. Virtual Card Market Segmentation

6.1. Global Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Business-To-Business (B2B) Virtual Cards
Business-To-Consumer (B2C) Remote Payment Virtual Cards
Business-To-Consumer (B2C) Point Of Sale (POS) Virtual Cards
6.2. Global Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Credit Card
Debit Card
6.3. Global Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Consumer Use
Business Use
Other Applications
6.4. Global Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Businesses
Individuals

7. Virtual Card Market Regional And Country Analysis

7.1. Global Virtual Card Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Virtual Card Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

8. Asia-Pacific Virtual Card Market

8.1. Asia-Pacific Virtual Card Market Overview
Region Information, Impact Of COVID-19, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

9. China Virtual Card Market

9.1. China Virtual Card Market Overview
9.2. China Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.3. China Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.4. China Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion

10. India Virtual Card Market

10.1. India Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.2. India Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.3. India Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

11. Japan Virtual Card Market

11.1. Japan Virtual Card Market Overview
11.2. Japan Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

12. Australia Virtual Card Market

12.1. Australia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

13. Indonesia Virtual Card Market

13.1. Indonesia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

14. South Korea Virtual Card Market

14.1. South Korea Virtual Card Market Overview
14.2. South Korea Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

15. Western Europe Virtual Card Market

15.1. Western Europe Virtual Card Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

16. UK Virtual Card Market

16.1. UK Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.2. UK Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.3. UK Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

17. Germany Virtual Card Market

17.1. Germany Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.2. Germany Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.3. Germany Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

18. France Virtual Card Market

18.1. France Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.2. France Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.3. France Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

19. Italy Virtual Card Market

19.1. Italy Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.2. Italy Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.3. Italy Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

20. Spain Virtual Card Market

20.1. Spain Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

21. Eastern Europe Virtual Card Market

21.1. Eastern Europe Virtual Card Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

22. Russia Virtual Card Market

22.1. Russia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

23. North America Virtual Card Market

23.1. North America Virtual Card Market Overview
23.2. North America Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.3. North America Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.4. North America Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

24. USA Virtual Card Market

24.1. USA Virtual Card Market Overview
24.2. USA Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.3. USA Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.4. USA Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

25. Canada Virtual Card Market

25.1. Canada Virtual Card Market Overview
25.2. Canada Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

26. South America Virtual Card Market

26.1. South America Virtual Card Market Overview
26.2. South America Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.3. South America Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.4. South America Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

27. Brazil Virtual Card Market

27.1. Brazil Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

28. Middle East Virtual Card Market

28.1. Middle East Virtual Card Market Overview
28.2. Middle East Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

29. Africa Virtual Card Market

29.1. Africa Virtual Card Market Overview
29.2. Africa Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By Card Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa Virtual Card Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

30. Virtual Card Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles

30.1. Virtual Card Market Competitive Landscape
30.2. Virtual Card Market Company Profiles
- 30.2.1. JPMorgan Chase & Co.
  - 30.2.1.1. Overview
  - 30.2.1.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.1.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.1.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.2. Citigroup Inc.
  - 30.2.2.1. Overview
  - 30.2.2.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.2.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.2.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.3. American Express
  - 30.2.3.1. Overview
  - 30.2.3.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.3.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.3.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.4. Visa Inc.
  - 30.2.4.1. Overview
  - 30.2.4.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.4.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.4.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.5. Mastercard
  - 30.2.5.1. Overview
  - 30.2.5.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.5.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.5.4. Financial Performance

31. Virtual Card Market Other Major And Innovative Companies

31.1. Standard Chartered Bank
31.2. DBS Bank Ltd
31.3. Stripe Inc.
31.4. Adyen AS
31.5. Huntington Bancshares
31.6. WEX Inc.
31.7. Wise Payments Limited
31.8. Revolut Ltd
31.9. Marqeta Inc.
31.10. Emburse LLC
31.11. Billtrust Inc.
31.12. Qonto
31.13. Skrill Ltd
31.14. MineralTree Inc.
31.15. Cryptopay Ltd

32. Global Virtual Card Market Competitive Benchmarking

33. Global Virtual Card Market Competitive Dashboard

34. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Virtual Card Market

35. Virtual Card Market Future Outlook and Potential Analysis

35.1 Virtual Card Market In 2028 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
35.2 Virtual Card Market In 2028 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
35.3 Virtual Card Market In 2028 - Growth Strategies
- 35.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
- 35.3.2 Competitor Strategies

36. Appendix

36.1. Abbreviations
36.2. Currencies
36.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
36.4. Research Inquiries
36.5. The Business Research Company
36.6. Copyright And Disclaimer