空中云汇刘月婷：拉美和中东是重点布局方向

Industry Overview - The cross-border payment industry is experiencing high growth and strong competition as more Chinese companies expand overseas, with the global market expected to reach $240 billion in 2024, a 12% year-on-year increase [1] - The trend of "fragmentation" in China's export trade is emerging, with small and dispersed orders replacing traditional large orders, contributing over 60% of China's export volume from millions of small and micro foreign trade enterprises [2] Challenges for SMEs - A study in 2023 revealed that 83% of SMEs prefer using SaaS platforms and online trading platforms for financial services, facing challenges such as high wire transfer fees, slow transaction times, and significant currency losses compared to larger companies [3] Industry-Specific Insights - New industries, such as gaming and live streaming, are joining the trend of going global, each facing unique challenges. For instance, gaming companies prioritize transaction stability due to the rapid influx of business from hit games [4] - Airwallex, a cross-border payment unicorn, reported a transaction volume exceeding $130 billion in 2024, with a valuation surpassing $5.6 billion, serving over 150,000 clients globally, including well-known companies like SHEIN and Qantas [4] Payment Efficiency - Airwallex claims to achieve 90% of transactions settled on the same day and over 60% in real-time, significantly outperforming traditional banking networks [4][14] - The company has reduced withdrawal costs for live streamers from $50 per transaction to as low as $1 or $2, enabling quicker access to funds [5] Global Market Expansion - Airwallex has obtained payment licenses in over 60 countries and regions, positioning itself as one of the leading fintech companies with the most licenses globally. The company is actively expanding in Brazil, UAE, Saudi Arabia, France, and Japan to meet diverse regional demands [16] - The Americas market is projected to see business growth exceeding twofold by 2025, with similar growth expected in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa [17]