CONSUMER INSIGHTS | 8 NOVEMBER 2022 Data-driven insights in a consumer-led world Absa | Corporate and Investment Banking > Insights and Events > Data-driven insights in a consumer-led world SHARE Consume This, CGS Monthly: Volume 2, Issue 6 In our latest Consume This issue, we delve into some of the most recent trends impacting consumers the world over. With more and more corporates looking at adopting and becoming carbon neutral, how will this impact eco-conscious consumers’ wallets?In this issue, we are rocking down to electric avenue. We explore one of South Africa’s biggest retailer’s decision to introduce a fleet of electric vehicles and how this aligns with their sustainability goals and strategy. Other topics that we are looking at in Volume 2, Issue 6 include: June merchant spend analysis Consumer finance and e-commerce Shoprite assisting SMMEs Across the Border: Botswana and Zambia Read the newsletter https://cib.absa.africa/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/file_example_MP3_700KB.mp3 Related Articles CONSUMER INSIGHTS Absa Merchant Spend Analytics Report: April 2025 The Merchant Spend Analytics Report for April 2025 noted a surprising decline in card transaction data for the month. In the wake of a robust performance in March, the month-to-month figures showed a 5% decline in card spending and a 7% decrease in transaction volume. Read more CONSUMER INSIGHTS Absa Merchant Spend Analytics Report: Q1 2025 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. Read more CONSUMER INSIGHTS Absa’s Merchant Spend Analytics: February 2025 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. Read more
