Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2020 - 2022 |
| CAGR | > 25.00 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Market Analysis
The Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) payment sector in Africa and the Middle East has grown rapidly over the previous four quarters, aided by rising e-commerce penetration and the impact of the economic slowdown induced by the Covid-19 epidemic. Buy now, pay later (BNPL) services have grown in popularity among e-Commerce companies and their clients over the last several years. The Covid-19 repercussions started these phenomena, and it appears that the buy now pays later (BNPL) platforms sector will continue to flourish even after the epidemic. The reasons for this are straightforward: BNPL is a handy and less expensive option to obtain fast loans for online purchases.
The breakout of COVID-19 has increased the use of BNPL platforms in the MEA area since distant working and social distances have allowed BNPL service providers to build a large client base. The pandemic has increased BNPL's appeal since it offers more flexible financing alternatives and low-interest rates, particularly in the Middle East.
As a result, clients who faced financial difficulties during the pandemics may still shop online. BNPL providers, on the other hand, may make significant income from an increasing number of clients who pay low to no interest rates and merchants who are compensated for utilizing the BNPL payment method to attract more buyers.
The Middle East and Africa market has already had tremendous growth, but because of the unexpected COVID-19 epidemic, the market will experience more growth in 2022. There are several reasons for the sudden interest in BNPL, but they are clearly related to the fast expansion of online commerce.
Furthermore, the rising adoption of mobile banking solutions by users and the growing awareness of BNPL as a payment alternative have prepared the path for an expanded offering in MEA. Finally, the COVID-19 epidemic has created a "perfect storm," moving more business online, improving consumer trust in online buying, and raising the need for personal cash-flow management, at least for certain customers.
Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the MEA Buy Now Pay Later Services Market according to our research experts:
Growth in E-commerce in Middle East and Africa is increasing
People were concerned about purchasing online and inputting financial information on third-party websites before COVID. In the Middle East, cash-on-delivery (COD) helped solve this, but it also introduced new barriers to expansion. BNPL contributes to the solution. It allows buyers to "test before you buy" and relieves retailers of the collecting load. BNPL companies like Tamara have done a great job building trust and reassuring shoppers that BNPL is secure. It is said that there is a nearly 10% to 30% increase in conversion and a 30% to 85% increase in average order value in the Middle-East and Africa.
Growth of Gen Z population in the region will increase demand in BNPL services
Moreover, half of MEA citizens are under 30 - the world's greatest young population. Young people in the Middle-East and Africa deal with affordability, especially if they are paid monthly. BNPL has succeeded by letting Millennials and Generation Z buy low-cost, daily products like apparel and food while they wait for their paycheck. BNPL provides consumers with a short-term credit alternative that does not need them to develop balances or undergo credit checks. The transaction amount is simultaneously limited. People are migrating from credit cards to BNPL in droves. This is not a credit service for which consumers must apply; rather, it is a commodity offered on demand.
Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Industry Overview
The buy now pays later market in the Middle East, and Africa is moderately fragmented, with some major players like Payflex, Tamara, and Postpay operating in the market. The major market participants are heavily spending on R&D to improve the technological characteristics of purchase now pay later systems. Several strategic efforts have been explored by industry participants, including the provision of diverse product lines, joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships. These strategies assist enterprises, and industry participants in establishing a greater presence in the MEA region buy now pay later market.
Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Market Leaders
Payflex
Tamara
Spotii
Tabby
Postpay
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Market News
- January 2022 - Lipa Later, a Kenyan BNPL startup, has secured USD 12 million in pre-series A funding to grow across Africa. This new capital, according to the firm, would allow them to supply their buy-now-pay-later services to their current pipeline of users, strengthen their presence in current markets (Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda), and expand into new markets such as Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, and Tanzania.
- February 2022 - Postpay, a UAE-based fintech, has struck a debt financing agreement with the Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) to expand its portfolio of financial products. This initial debt financing arrangement is just another example of how fintech and traditional banks are collaborating to harness their total knowledge and skills to improve the market's spectrum of financial products.
Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.3 Market Restraints
4.4 Insights on Key Forces Shaping the Market
4.5 Insights on Consumer Trends and Preferences in Buy Now Pay Later Market
4.6 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.6.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.6.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.6.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.6.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.6.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.7 Insights on Government Regulations in the Market
4.8 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 By Channel
5.1.1 Online
5.1.2 POS
5.2 By Enterprises Size
5.2.1 Large Enterprises
5.2.2 Small & Medium Enterprises
5.3 By End User
5.3.1 Consumer Electronics
5.3.2 Fashion & Garments
5.3.3 Healthcare
5.3.4 Leisure & Entertainment
5.3.5 Retail
5.3.6 Others
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Market Competition Overview
6.2 Company Profiles
6.2.1 Payflex
6.2.2 Tamara
6.2.3 Spotti
6.2.4 Tabby
6.2.5 Postpay
6.2.6 Shahry
6.2.7 Lipa Later
6.2.8 Sympl
6.2.9 Chari
6.2.10 ThankUCash
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
8. DISCLAIMER AND ABOUT US
Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Industry Segmentation
The Middle East and Africa buy now pay later services market is segmented based on channel type (Online, POS), enterprises size (Large Enterprises, Small & Medium Enterprises), and by End-User (Consumer Electronics, Fashion & Garments, Healthcare, Leisure & Entertainment, Retail, Others).
| By Channel | |
| Online | |
| POS |
| By Enterprises Size | |
| Large Enterprises | |
| Small & Medium Enterprises |
| By End User | |
| Consumer Electronics | |
| Fashion & Garments | |
| Healthcare | |
| Leisure & Entertainment | |
| Retail | |
| Others |
Middle East & Africa Buy Now Pay Later Market Research FAQs
What is the current Middle East and Africa Buy Now Pay Later Services Market size?
The Middle East and Africa Buy Now Pay Later Services Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 25% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Middle East and Africa Buy Now Pay Later Services Market?
Payflex, Tamara, Spotii, Tabby and Postpay are the major companies operating in the Middle East and Africa Buy Now Pay Later Services Market.
What years does this Middle East and Africa Buy Now Pay Later Services Market cover?
The report covers the Middle East and Africa Buy Now Pay Later Services Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Middle East and Africa Buy Now Pay Later Services Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Middle East and Africa Buy Now Pay Later Industry Report
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