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Innovation
Beyond the balance sheet

Exploring emerging trends, this white paper shares real-life, practical insights into how forward-thinking CFOs are harnessing strategic opportunities and preparing for how their roles, functions and organizations will operate in the future.

Trust
Building digital trust by combating scam websites and fraudulent merchants

E-commerce has opened opportunities for reputable merchants, but this accessibility has also created an environment exploitable by scam websites.

Commerce
Personalization maturity in e-commerce

New research finds global e-commerce brands prioritizing personalization to meet rising customer expectations fueled by AI. But as they invest in processes to unlock efficiency gains, a lack of dedicated staffing and resources could prevent them from achieving true momentum and scale.

Payments
The state of commercial card acceptance 2025

Global research, involving over 1,000 senior financial decision makers at large B2B suppliers, uncovers critical insights that could transform how businesses approach commercial card acceptance and unlock its full potential.

Payments
The state of chargebacks 2025

Chargebacks continue to increase globally. Traditional dispute management practices must be complemented with cutting-edge technology and solutions to effectively manage them.

Commerce
Consumers are prioritizing the ultimate luxury: Wellness

The global luxury landscape is shifting. Here are three key trends based on a Mastercard Economics Institute analysis.

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