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Mastercard Economics Institute joined forces with top economists at the World Bank to analyze spending patterns around hurricanes.
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Europe’s 2024 holiday season is set to sparkle with fashion, gadgets, and getaways, as mindful consumers chase deals and sunshine-fueled escapes
Small businesses are powering a quiet comeback across the EU, gaining ground in retail and online as economic headwinds ease and consumer confidence returns
The 2024 League of Legends World Championship is set to ignite the fire of gaming. Discover the significance of this event and global gaming trends using Mastercard's aggregated data.
Heading into the 2025 holidays, slower economic growth and easing inflation is tempering the year-end retail surge in Brazil.
Rio’s Carnival turns samba into stimulus, igniting the world’s biggest street party and a powerful surge in local economic activity.
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Value meets vibes this holiday season: health tech gifts, influencer styles, e-commerce surge, and viral trends are expected to shape 2025 holiday spending.
Explore how tariffs, affordability, and sustainability are fueling growth in circular sports gear, reshaping the resale market for athletic equipment.
AI and GenAI are revolutionizing retail by personalizing shopping, streamlining operations, and reshaping how consumers and businesses connect.
The TCS New York City Marathon doesn’t just move runners—it energizes neighborhoods and fuels small business spending across the city.
Hop aboard the Mastercard Holiday Express for a data-driven journey into the mindset, spending trends, and surprises shaping the 2024 U.S. holiday shopper.
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The Mastercard Economics Institute partnered with Tripadvisor to provide fresh insights into Gulf travelers’ evolving preferences and overall spending trends.
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region stands out as one of the most resilient tourist hubs in its post-Covid recovery.