New Foreign Markets Open Up For Credit Card Companies
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New Opportunities for Credit Card Companies in Foreign Markets
Expanding Horizons
Credit card issuers are experiencing a surge in applications driven by stronger foreign markets. In particular, Mexico's recovering economy, boosted by outsourced technology and manufacturing sectors, presents a promising opportunity. Credit card companies are now targeting the emerging Mexican middle class with attractive low-interest options.
Growth in Mexico
According to an article by Marla Dickerson from the Los Angeles Times, as of August 11, 2007, there are over 22 million credit cards in circulation in Mexico. This figure represents a doubling of total consumer credit over the past two years, offering a significant growth avenue for credit card companies seeking expansion abroad.
Innovative Partnerships
Many retailers are promoting credit card applications in their stores. Partnering with big box stores, credit card companies incentivize applications, sharing a commission with the stores for each approved card. Patrick Montana of sparecard.com predicts this approach could increase the number of Mexican cardholders to nearly 50 million within two years.
The American Landscape
In the U.S., where one in three people holds a credit card, the average family carries a balance between $5,000 to $8,000. Impressively, over 90% of disposable income is used to pay off card debt, underlining the significant economic footprint of the credit industry in a rapidly growing market.
Emerging Global Markets
Aside from Mexico, countries like China and Russia present new opportunities for credit card companies. These rapidly growing markets allow issuers to engage a different kind of consumer?"those eager to spend on newly accessible luxuries.
In Russia, for example, companies successfully used mail solicitation in the 90s to quickly grow their customer base. Cards were sent pre-approved, with different tiers for varying credit levels, allowing for easier activation.
Strategic Challenges and Considerations
Expanding into foreign markets requires credit card companies to create sensitive marketing strategies that resonate with the evolving middle class. This adaptability is crucial to avoid cultural missteps and to successfully establish themselves in these burgeoning markets.
By tapping into these expanding economies, credit card companies anticipate significant growth and long-term success in foreign markets, offering new financial tools to consumers around the world.
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