Holiday retail spending strongest in five years
January 24, 2017
Retail spending grew by 4.8 percent through the holiday season compared to 2015.
Business + economic insights
Learn about the latest payment industry trends and consumer spending habits.
U.S. perspectives
Explore trends in U.S. economic growth and consumer retail spending
Gray is the new black: Baby boomers still outspend millennials
December 16, 2016
Visa projects consumers age 60+ will continue to drive U.S. spending for the next five to 20 years.
Affluent consumer spending is under pressure
October 13, 2016
Affluent U.S. consumers have pulled back on spending in recent years, lagging as much as five percentage points behind non-affluent spending growth.
Consumers dine out more amid job growth and lower gas prices
March 30, 2016
Consumer spending on restaurants has accelerated in recent years, thanks in part to sustained lower gas prices and strong growth in the job market, especially for millennials.
Affordable Care Act boosts consumer spending
March 10, 2016
The Affordable Care Act is boosting consumer spending overall by an estimated $24 billion.
Holiday shopping: Consumers losing interest in Black Friday
Jan 20, 2016
Black Friday appears to be losing importance and accounted for just a 5.1% share of November retail sales
U.S. seasonal hiring slows as e-commerce continues to grow
January 8, 2016
Retailers and delivery companies hired fewer seasonal employees in 2015 than in previous years
Chief Economist newsletter
Visa’s Chief Economist, Wayne Best, provides insights on the latest economic developments
Strong U.S. economy spurs spending in key merchant categories
May 25, 2017
The U.S. economy has been expanding for nearly eight years and appears on track to surpass the 10-year record set in the 1990s.
Global economy adjusts to 'slow-fast world'
January 9, 2017
Nearly half of the world's countries will see a steady decline in working-age populations.
U.S. consumer spending reveals economic growth
October 21, 2016
Weak GDP figures mask the strength of the consumer.
Economic growth bolsters housing
June 30, 2016
Until recently, housing was the missing link in the economic recovery.
U.S. economy outlook steady despite weaker global trends
April 1, 2016
The global economy is in the longest stretch of sub-par growth of the last three decades.
Travel insights
Follow economic trends in travel and tourism
Currency movements impact Asia Pacific travel
May 31, 2017
The post-Brexit British pound decrease in value against Asia Pacific currencies may have impacted AP travel.
Top-trending summer travel destinations for North Americans
May 12, 2017
Find out which global travel destinations are popular with summer travelers.
Travel to U.K. saves Americans nearly $150/trip post-Brexit
April 18, 2017
The weaker British pound made the U.K. a more affordable travel destination following Brexit.
Travel wanderlust: Age is not a constraint, but income might be
February 22, 2017
New research from Visa Business + Economic Insights indicates seniors will have a growing impact on travel and tourism.
Brexit: Long-term impact on travel is unknown
August 18, 2016
Brexit could impact international travel and cause a reduction in British travel to the rest of the world: U.K. travelers currently account for nearly 8 percent of all international departures.
Mapping the future of global travel
June 7, 2016
Learn about global travel projections through the year 2025 for travelers from 50 key markets.
Global perspectives
Actionable intelligence about the evolving global economy
After demonetization: India's move to a "less-cash" society
India is on the path to becoming a digital payments economy.
Income is driving Southeast Asian spending
October 31, 2016
Despite declines in the housing market, spending is unlikely to suffer as a result.
The global impact of electronic payments
March 9, 2016
Payment cards help stimulate global economic growth.
About Visa Business + Economic Insights
Visa Business and Economic Insights, part of Visa Performance Solutions, offers actionable intelligence about the evolving global economy. By applying advanced research and analysis in many areas affecting your bottom line, we can help you:
- Track consumer spending trends
- Understand economic conditions impacting consumer spending
- Pinpoint consumers that have a strong buying presence
- Monitor regional and demographic economic trends
- Identify global markets with growth potential
- Take advantage of global tourism and travel trends
Our timely insights into consumer spending and payments help you make decisions that will position your business for success.