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flag US and UK consumers and SMBs demand smarter, flexible payment tools, with 90% of UK SMBs willing to pay more for efficient, AI-driven solutions.

flag Marqeta’s 2025 State of Payments Report reveals rising demand for smarter, more flexible payment solutions among US and UK consumers and small-to-medium businesses. flag Surveying 3,000 consumers and 1,000 SMBs, the report finds growing interest in AI-powered wallets, real-time payments, and integrated financial tools. flag UK consumers are particularly interested in intelligent payment options that adapt to spending habits, while many SMBs rely on personal cards for business funding due to limited access to modern business credit. flag Despite higher upfront costs, 90% of UK SMBs are willing to invest in solutions that offer long-term savings and efficiency, signaling a shift toward viewing payment platforms as strategic assets.

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