Covid-19 is shoving retail –
and consumers - into the
future

The first quarter for 2025 revealed resilient card spending with remarkable month-to-month recoveries. While growth moderated on a year-to-date basis, consumer sentiment remained strong and stable.

Absa spend insights report reveals major consumer spending patterns in the face of economic transitions. Report highlights stabilising spending trends, digital commence growth, and the township economy's evolution.

The January 2025 card transaction data, as anticipated, demonstrated a MTM decline, reflecting a post-festive season spending lull.