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In a world o
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6.5 billion people, what matters can be universal — or exceedingly speci
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That’s why MasterCard research and analysis is becoming ever more valuable as we — and our
customers — extend operations to markets around the globe. What’s on the minds of small business
owners worldwide? Technology, and its ability to drive new business. What’s behind China’s economic
expansion? For one thing, rising growth in domestic consumption. When does card use spike in
Europe? On weekends, almost like clockwork — a fact that opens major opportunities to create new
promotions. Whether through MasterCard or MasterCard Advisors’ research, surveys or special reports
based on transaction data, we are able to provide merchants and customer fi nancial institutions with
a wealth of business intelligence. For instance, the new MasterCard Commerce Coalition brings
together select groups of merchants and issuers to deliver highly targeted offers to consumers.
delivering what matters
to people everywhere,