Mastercard has always been synonymous with safe and seamless financial transactions. Whether it’s shopping online, paying your bills or buying something at the mall, you have always counted on Mastercard. Well, if that was the story so far, things are about to get a lot better now, thanks to the launch of an exclusive Mastercard credit card.
Flipkart and Axis Bank have come together to launch a co-branded credit card that is powered by Mastercard, and believe us, the ultimate winner here is the consumer. It was launched in Mumbai on 11 July.
This card couldn’t have come at a better time given the fast pace at which India’s credit card ecosystem is growing.
The objective behind this card is to not only reach out to credit-worthy Indians but also to those who have so far not had access to any form of formal credit.
On the launch of the card, Ari Sarker, co-president, Asia-Pacific, Mastercard, said, “Though 90% of transactions in India are still processed in cash, we are seeing a sizable and undeniable shift towards digital payments.” He adds, “At Mastercard, we have been actively committed to enabling this drive towards a Digital India. In launching this compelling new card, we have brought our global leadership in technology, co-brand card programs and analytics to bear in ensuring that cardholders can enjoy a more intuitive, valuable, efficient and safer payments experience.”
The sheer number of benefits this card offers is mind-boggling. You will get tangible returns on your card spends in the form of cashbacks that will directly be credited to your account. This means, while you spend on one hand, you also earn on the other.
Millennials are always looking to maximise all their experiences and this card is just perfect for them.
You get to enjoy unmatched benefits across a number of third-party merchants. Speaking of privileges, this card gives you access to four complimentary lounge visits across airports in India. Shop online, book movie tickets, pay for your cab rides, book travel tickets and do a lot more, and get handsomely rewarded in the form of cashbacks. When was the last time you heard that?
As a consumer, you surely couldn’t have asked for more. Besides, given that it’s Mastercard, you can rest assured of its security and seamlessly transact wherever you want, whenever you want.
With more and more Indians embracing digital payments, this credit card is nothing short of a game-changer. So get this card and say hello to the good life!
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