May / June 2017
COVER STORY
MARKET CHANGES
The latest discussions on M&A, portfolio valuations, and short-term trends.
FEATURES
FEEDING FRENZY?
M&A activity is booming in the payments business, and analysts say it’s likely to continue. Here, we explore recent actions among larger players and tech companies, and we search for insights on what’s going on in the market.
Thinking of selling your merchant portfolio? We quizzed a handful of experts on the ins and outs of buying and selling, and how to determine value in today’s market. Bottom line: Start planning early to get the best deal.
TRANSACT Trends
At TRANSACT, much of the conversation centered on payments innovations, technology, and frictionless commerce. We spoke to five leaders at companies across the payments profession to see which trends their businesses are banking on and the implications for payments professionals in the short term.
DEPARTMENTS
@ETA
Announcements and ideas from ETA’s CEO Jason Oxman
INTELLIGENCE
Vital facts and stats from the electronic payments world
POLITICS & POLICY
Political, economic, and advocacy updates affecting your business
COMMENTS
Strategies for helping merchant clients upgrade their POS
PEOPLE
Meet Bob Leonard, CEO of iMobile3.
