Widespread m-payment adoption in Africa inspires growing interest in crypto currencies
The widespread adoption of mobile payment services in Africa has many looking to crypto currencies as a natural next step—one that’s removed from conventional banking systems and offers protection against currency devaluation.
Regulations Are Reconfiguring Retail in Saudi Arabia
The importance of Saudi Arabia to the Middle East cannot be understated. As the largest country in the region with the highest oil reserves in the world, Saudi Arabia is a key player in the Middle East's geo-politics.
Secure Tomorrow's Car Buyers Today
There’s nothing quite like the freedom of owning your own car. Having the ability to get from point A to point B without having to rely on anyone or public transportation creates feelings of both independence and pride. People are passionate about car ownership—whether new or used—and...
Behind the Wheel: Developing Markets Will Drive New and Used Car Sales
From being a symbol of freedom to a way to get from point A to point B, cars capture the heart of millions. In fact, 65 percent of Internet respondents across 60 countries are planning to buy a new or used car in the next two years, according to findings from a recent Nielsen global
In China’s Auto Market, Smaller Cities Are in the Driver’s Seat
Car ownership in China is no longer just a privilege for a select few, as it’s quickly becoming a reality for more and more of the country’s general public. In fact, continuous urbanization and improving living standards across many of the country’s smaller cities are having a significant...
Why Word-of-Mouth is Loudest in Africa
Doing business in sub-Sahara Africa can be full of disparate challenges, and anyone looking to identify a classic African consumer will struggle. Despite sharing a common border, inhabitants of one country differ from those in a neighboring country with respect to their attitudes, buying and media...