The Smart card market size is projected to reach USD 16.9 billion by 2026, from USD 13.9 billion in 2021; growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.0% during the forecast period.
The consumer awareness about the benefits of tap-and-pay cards and the use of these cards was already trending upward before the pandemic. However, with the outbreak and the spread of the COVID-19, the use of contactless payments grew quickly. Amid the pandemic, which obligates limited contact and social distancing, people buy groceries, household items, etc., using contactless payment options. Consumers aim to limit their exposure during transactions. According to research carried out by Fiserv (US) in May 2020, people consider contactless (tap-and-pay) cards as the fastest and the safest way to pay.
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Smart Card Market Size, Forecast to 2026 With COVID-19 Impact Analysis:
The world is facing an economic crisis caused by COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has severely affected various vertical such as education, government, transportation etc. Manufacturing units are hampered due to shutdowns and the availability of labor or raw materials. This has resulted in a huge gap between supply and demand. Further, there is a restriction on foreign trades due to the lockdown of international borders, non-operational distribution channels, and various government laws to take precautionary measures for public health and safety. However, it is expected that there will be an increasing focus on hygiene and sanitation due to the rise in people’s concern for a better and safer lifestyle. An increase in demand from medical and BFSI is also likely to drive the market gradually from 2021 to 2026.
Smart card market statistics in Asia Pacific (APAC) is the largest market during forecast period. The robust financial system that is being increasingly digitized and government agencies incorporating smart chip-based systems for better monitoring of processes are propelling several APAC countries to adopt smart card solutions owing to increasing demand, specifically in the transportation, BFSI, retail, government, and healthcare sectors. Smart cards are used to purchase tickets in metros, buses, and ferries, among others, in several countries in APAC. China is projected to witness the highest demand for smart cards in the region owing to a large consumer base and the presence of a number of smart card manufacturers.
Top Smart Card Companies - Key Market Players
Thales Group (France), IDEMIA (France), Giesecke + Devrient GmBH (Germany), CPI Card Group (US), HID Global Corporation (US), Watchdata (China), Eastcompeace (China), Inteligensa (US), ABCorp (US), and CardLogix (US) are a few major smart card companies in the market.
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