FinTech Investment Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Crowdfunding, Peer-to-peer Lending, Online Acquiring and Mobile Wallets and Other), By Application (Large Enterprises and SMEs) and Regional Forecast to 2032

Updated On: 16 September 2024

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FINTECH INVESTMENT MARKET REPORT OVERVIEW

The global FinTech Investment Market size was USD 42.17 billion in 2023 and the market is projected to touch 171.5 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 14.7% during the forecast period.

The FinTech investing market proves to be among the most developed and has been growing over the past years due to the improvement in technology as well as the focus on the financial services industry. Technologies like blockchain, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are changing the traditional financial services, and hence more venture capital investment is happening in FinTech startups and incumbents. This is the reason why investors are targeting fintech companies which involve in developing solutions for digital payments, online lending, robo-advisory and Insurtech as these sectors are very much lucrative and can go for a long run. This has made it easier for young companies to gain funds, making the market for mobile banking and personal financial solutions, involving information and automation, grow continually and attract venture capitalist and institutional investors.

 The market for FinTech investment is not without problems such as, regulatory concerns, and cybersecurity risks. With financial regulations getting developed based on the peculiarities of digital finance, organizations have to sort out a web of compliance and innovation. In the same respect, current and emerging trends of high levels of sophistication show that it is even more important to secure financial information. However, FinTech investment trends are still optimistic in the foreseeable future, where innovation in technology and rise of customer demand for innovations in financial services will fuel future growth in FinTech investments.

COVID-19 IMPACT: Increased Demand for Digital Solutions to Boost Market Growth Significantly

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the FinTech investment market experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden market growth reflected by the rise in CAGR is attributable to market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

The pandemic advanced the embracing of digital financial services options because of physical distancing measures and increased demand for online payment, banking services, and financial management. This is the reason has be seen an increase in funding for FinTech startups as well as solutions that address these key requirements. The origin of digital transactions due to the pandemic has also increased the importance of the safety of these transactions. The clients have started to focus on companies that provide strong security measures to fight against frauds and hacker attacks.

With limited facilities in touching and face-to-face business dealings, there has been tremendous increase in FinTech services such as mobile money, online loaning, and virtual banking. This has meant that much funding and focus goes in to those firms offering such services. The market is anticipated to boost the FinTech investment market growth following the pandemic.

LATEST TRENDS

"Growth of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) to Drive Market Growth"

DeFi remains popular as it presents decentralized solutions to existing financial services and is created on the basis of blockchain and based on open and non-compliance permission. Staking and investments in the DeFi platforms and protocols are also on the rise, with a focus on such developments as Decentralized exchanges, lending platforms as well as yield farming. The online-only and new generation banks or neobanks are proving to be popular because of the lower overhead, simplicity of design and superior functionality. These institutions are investors’ favourites because of the shift they create in conventional banking systems and the market share that new financial products promise.These latest developments are anticipated to boost the FinTech investment market share.

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FINTECH INVESTMENT MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type                  

Based on type the global market can be categorized into Crowdfunding, Peer-to-peer Lending, Online Acquiring and Mobile Wallets and Other.

• Crowdfunding: Crowdfunding means funding through a large number of people, which can be done on the Internet or through other methods, for the purpose of finding money for an individual or a company. This model makes funding more accessible; entrepreneurs and projects can receive money from the public.
• Peer-to-Peer Lending: Another innovation in the provision of credit is the peer-to-peer or P2P lending, which matches credit seekers with fund providers without the involvement of the conventional financial intermediaries. This model allows borrowers to obtain possibly cheaper funds, and investors can get higher utilisation of their funds. Existing Peer to peer lenders include Lending Club and prosper.
• Online Acquiring and Mobile Wallets: Online acquiring means accepting payments through on-line payment systems while mobile wallets mean possessing a payment information on the mobile terminal and making payments through such terminal. These solutions improve consumers’ satisfaction and privacy while encouraging investing in technologies such as Apple Pay or Google Wallet.

By Application

Based on application the global market can be categorized into Large Enterprises and SMEs.

• Large Enterprises: The FinTech solutions for the large enterprises involve the optimization of the processes, management of the finances, and utilization of the technology solutions such as, blockchain and AI for data handling. These applications assist in simplifying many cumbersome financial operations, managing working capital and improving adhesion to the legislation. Some of the examples include the enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and the advanced financial analytics.
• SMEs: FinTech solutions target almost all services which are financial in nature for the Small and Medium Enterprises and some of the key areas include digital payment and lending, and even accounting services. Such solutions assist SME in their operational management of funds, provide them with working capital, and level the playing field with the large players. Examples are cloud-based solutions such as accounting software and the unsecured business lending popularly known as crowdfunding.

DRIVING FACTORS

"Rise of Digital Banking and Neobanks to Boost the Market"

Digital only banks and neobanks are companies that are steadily gaining in popularity because of the lower costs to start up, the sleek interface and the features they can offer. These institutions are on the radar of investors because they offer a new way of delivering financial products and services to consumers that displaces old-world banking. Today, with the increased investment in financial transactions through digital channels and increasing cases of data breaches, FinTech has given much attention to security. Investments are focused on firms, which provide high-end security for combating frauds, data thefts and hackers’ attacks.

"Integration of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies to Expand the Market"

there is great interest in investments in innovations related to the use of the blockchain-based distributed database and other cryptocurrencies. Some of the advancements include generation of new cryptocurrencies, smart contracts in block chain technology and secure methods of digital payment. DeFi is still on the rise as it creates decentralized solutions for most of the conventional financial services using blockchain to enable open and permission-less financial transactions. DeFi platform and protocol development is on the rise with many smaller projects focusing on novel integration areas including decentralized exchange platforms, decentralized lending platforms, and yield farming. These factors are anticipated to drive the FinTech investment market share.

RESTRAINING FACTOR

"Cybersecurity Threats to Potentially Impede Market Growth"

FinTech involves application of technology, it massively experienced cyber threats which threatens its operations. Catastrophic data breaches and fraud may lead to investor scepticism and a loss of confidence in companies management’s inability to protect their investments. Trust is a significant determinant of FinTech solutions. Perceptions or attitudes that are negative and include aspects of privacy infringement, fraud or deceptive services can slow down the uptake of the products and services and affect the investors. Many FinTech rivals have operations in different places where the legal regs differ. These legal realities are complicated and their understanding may be problematic for companies which may incur compliance risks and possible legal action against their business. The factors are anticipated to hinder the growth of the FinTech investment market growth.

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FINTECH INVESTMENT MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America Dominating the Market with Established Financial Ecosystem and High Adoption of Technology

The market is primarily segmented into Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, North America, and Middle East & Africa.

North America especially the USA has a well developed and quite a mature finance market. Large banks, investors, and IT companies are active in the region, which gives them the basis to further advance FinTech. Consumers as well as businesses in this region quickly embrace the use of technology. This acceptance of new technologies and digital solutions increases the uptake of FinTech services and products hence attracting more capital investment. Leading financial institutions in North America are seeking to acquire FinTech companies or entering into strategic partnerships with them to improve on their online services provision in the market. As to traditional financial players, such a strategic interest in FinTech increases the overall investment in the sector.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

"Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage "

The FinTech investment market is significantly influenced by key industry players that play a pivotal role in driving market dynamics and shaping consumer preferences. These key players possess extensive retail networks and online platforms, providing consumers with easy access to a wide variety of options. Their strong global presence and brand recognition have contributed to increased consumer trust and loyalty, driving product adoption. Moreover, these industry giants continually invest in research and development, materials, and smart features in FinTech investment, catering to evolving consumer needs and preferences. The collective efforts of these major players significantly impact the competitive landscape and future trajectory of the market.

List of Market Players Profiled

• Oscar [U.S.]
• Qufenqi [China]
• Wealthfront [U.S.]
• ZhongAn [China]
• Atom Bank [U.K.]

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT

March 2024: Plaid Exchange is the new product that was unveiled, primarily using APIs to create the bridge between Institutions and Developers. It includes better data connection, better user permission control and better control over API connections. The product’s goal is thus to eliminate inefficiencies in account and financial data association for developers and consumers in FinTech.

REPORT COVERAGE

The study encompasses a comprehensive SWOT analysis and provides insights into future developments within the market. It examines various factors that contribute to the growth of the market, exploring a wide range of market categories and potential applications that may impact its trajectory in the coming years. The analysis takes into account both current trends and historical turning points, providing a holistic understanding of the market's components and identifying potential areas for growth.

The research report delves into market segmentation, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods to provide a thorough analysis. It also evaluates the impact of financial and strategic perspectives on the market. Furthermore, the report presents national and regional assessments, considering the dominant forces of supply and demand that influence market growth. The competitive landscape is meticulously detailed, including market shares of significant competitors. The report incorporates novel research methodologies and player strategies tailored for the anticipated timeframe. Overall, it offers valuable and comprehensive insights into the market dynamics in a formal and easily understandable manner.