The business models behind mobile payments

Part 2 of 2 in a series that focuses on fintech-led payment digitalization, this DossierPlus compares how much revenue PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Amazon Pay, Alipay, and Samsung Pay make from their transactions.

Technology that allows mobile devices to initiate a payment transaction continues to spread, accelerated by COVID-19 measures. Many questions remain, however, on several of the fintech innovators behind this process. How big are the payment methods from these companies? Is their business profitable? How will things look in the future?