Experian Finds 25 Percent Increase in Online Activity Since Covid-19

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Experian highlights a 25% increase in online transactions since the pandemic, as stated in their Global Insights Report. Despite ongoing digital engagement, consumer loyalty is declining, with 61% of users sticking to their pre-pandemic online service providers, down 6%. The report also notes that companies are investing heavily in digital technologies and enhancing customer experiences. Key findings include a rise in AI adoption from 69% to 74% and a growing number of consumers engaging in online banking.

Positive

• 25% increase in online transactions since the pandemic.
• 90% of companies are investing in business automation.
• AI adoption rose from 69% to 74% in one year.

Negative

• Consumer loyalty to online providers decreased by 6% to 61%.
• Potential revenue loss due to increased competition and customer expectations.

Consumers continue to transact online and the trend is not diminishing

COSTA MESA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The pandemic-accelerated increase in digital transactions is here to stay and businesses must continue to transform their operations as they head into 2022. According to Experian’s latest Global Insights Report, there has been a 25 percent increase in online activity since Covid-19 and that number continues to hold steady.

“For the past 12 months, we've monitored the significant and sustainable shift toward ecommerce and digital financial services,” said Steve Wagner, global managing director of Decision Analytics for Experian. “The increase in digital activity has remained persistent, and consumers are staying online even with the return of physical shopping and banking.”

The study also found that as people begin to spend again consumer loyalty to online businesses is weakening. 61 percent of consumers say they are staying with the same online service provider they used prior to the pandemic. This a decrease of 6 percent from one year ago.

“Dwindling customer loyalty along with heighted customer expectations and increased competition could mean potential revenue loss or gain. Business must find solutions to improve digital engagement and customer acquisition,” added Wagner.

Companies are leveraging advanced technologies to improve the digital customer experience and grow their business including digital credit risk decisioning, passive authentication, artificial intelligence and more. According to our research, 90 percent of companies are investing in business automation, 76 percent are improving or rebuilding their analytics models and 65 percent intend to increase fraud budgets.

To develop the study, Experian interviewed 3,000 consumers and 900 businesses across 10 countries around the world including Australia, Brazil, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Singapore, Spain, United Kingdom and United States on insights related to consumer and business economic outlooks, financial well-being, online behavior and more. This report is the fourth wave in a longitudinal study exploring the major shifts in consumer behavior and business strategy throughout Covid-19.

Additional findings from the report include:

• Nearly 10 percent of consumers are spending more and putting less away in retirement or emergency savings than a year ago
• Half of consumers (49%) conducted personal banking and payment activities online regularly
• Adoption of AI has risen from 69% to 74% and machine learning from 68% to 73% in one year
• 50 percent of companies are exploring the use of expanded data sources

Download the latest Global Insights Report to learn about more findings from Experian Decision Analytics.

About Experian

Experian is the world’s leading global information services company. During life’s big moments — from buying a home or a car to sending a child to college to growing a business by connecting with new customers — we empower consumers and our clients to manage their data with confidence. We help individuals to take financial control and access financial services, businesses to make smarter decisions and thrive, lenders to lend more responsibly, and organizations to prevent identity fraud and crime.

We have 17,800 people operating across 44 countries, and every day we’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation to help all our clients maximize every opportunity. We are listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and are a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.

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Experian Public Relations

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Source: Experian

FAQ

What does Experian's Global Insights Report reveal about online transactions?

The report indicates a 25% increase in online transactions since the pandemic.

How has consumer loyalty changed according to Experian's report?

Consumer loyalty to online service providers has decreased by 6%, with only 61% remaining loyal.

What are companies doing to improve customer experience according to Experian?

Companies are investing in digital technologies, including AI and business automation, to enhance customer experience.

What trends in AI adoption were highlighted in the report?

AI adoption has increased from 69% to 74% over the past year.

What potential risks does Experian's report indicate for businesses?

Increased competition and heightened customer expectations could result in potential revenue loss.