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The year 2023 marked a pivotal moment for the fintech sector, with dominant global funding trends encapsulating a period of introspection and recalibration amid economic fluctuations, including notable bank failures And precipitous decline in cryptocurrencies.

This time, while challenging, has highlighted the sector’s resilience and capacity for innovation, navigating valuation reassessments and the ebb and flow of “mega” deals to continue its trajectory of reimagining financial services, as outlined in the fintech (FT) partners research report. report, The FinTech Journey Continues: What to Watch for in 2024.

Global Funding Trends and Dynamics in the Fintech Ecosystem

While the fintech sector has weathered the storms of 2023, a significant global transformation has been seen in the year’s dominant funding trends. Fintech transaction volume in 2023 decreased by around 70% compared to its 2021 peakfaithfully reflecting the figures from five years earlier. Declining M&A volume is largely responsible for this slowdown, with fewer deals exceeding US$1 billion announced.

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However, private capital raising concluded the year on a positive note after increasing for three quarters, with volumes in the fourth quarter reaching $15 billion, an increase of 30% year-over-year. Public markets have seen a resurgence in international IPO activity in the fintech sector in 2023, although the debut and performance have been somewhat disappointing.

In terms of deal numbers, both financings and M&A remained more resilient than volume. Over the past two years, there has been a trend toward earlier or smaller deals, with 65% of funding rounds below $10 million (up from 46% in 2021). Seed funding notably reached a record level in 2022, with volumes exceeding $5 billion across 1,100 transactions. This significant seed-stage activity has continued into 2023, with volume and number of transactions exceeding those of 2021 and previous years.

Some of the global fintech financing trends are leading the way in 2024
Source: The FinTech Journey Continues: What to Watch for in 2024. FT Partners Research

Additionally, seed funding in the Middle East, as demonstrated by Islamic-focused crypto asset exchange Haqqex, has further illustrated global confidence in the potential of fintech.

In terms of mergers and acquisitions, the probable acquisition of Singlife by Japanese insurer Sumitomo Life – expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2024, subject to regulatory approvals in Japan and Singapore – will place Singlife’s valuation at SG$4.6 billion, representing one of the transactions largest insurance companies in Southeast Asia. The flurry of deal activity further attested to the dynamic nature of the sector and its attractiveness for significant investments.

Inauguration of Insurtech 2.0

The insurance industry, traditionally seen as resistant to change, has seen a wave of innovation over the past decade, culminating in what the report describes as “Insurtech 2.0.” This new phase is characterized by a strategic pivot towards business-to-business (B2B) models, diversified distribution channels and increased attention to underwriting performance.

Insurtech 2.0 seeks to build on the foundations laid by his predecessorwhich introduced user-friendly digital solutions, pushing incumbent insurers to modernize their offerings.

Some of the global fintech financing trends are leading the way in 2024
Source: The FinTech Journey Continues: What to Watch for in 2024. FT Partners Research

In this evolving landscape, Insurtech 2.0 candidates such as Singapore’s bolttech and Oona Insurance have become pioneers, successfully raising significant funds and demonstrating the potential for innovation within the insurance industry. bolttech is a platform that connects insurers, distributors, retailers and customers, streamlining the process of buying and selling protection and insurance products. Last year, it raised US$196 million in Series B funding, bringing its total valuation to US$1.6 billion.

Oona Insurance leverages technology to simplify the insurance process, improve the customer experience and increase transparency. It has raised US$350 million in Series A funding. And PolicyBaazar, an online insurance marketplace that aims to bring transparency and prevent mis-selling and policy lapses, solves early problems of insurtech in India. It has over nine million customers and offers the best insurance plans from leading insurers in the Indian subcontinent.

These entities illustrate the industry’s shift toward leveraging technology to streamline processes, improve customer experience and drive transparency, setting new benchmarks for the industry.

Fintech B2B models attract investor interest

Current economic conditions have oriented investors’ preference towards B2B financial technology models, distinguishing them from their business-to-consumer (B2C) counterparts. This shift is attributed to the inherent benefits of B2B models, such as lower marketing costs and a faster path to profitability, which are particularly attractive in today’s market environment.

B2B fintech companies, by providing critical infrastructure and services, enable incumbents to digitize their operations, offer a more sustainable and efficient alternative with a direct approach to the consumer. Nonetheless, these entities have traditionally focused on expanding their core offerings rather than exploring diverse solution sets.

Source: The FinTech Journey Continues: What to Watch for in 2024. FT Partners Research

Historically, large banks have considered small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) a low priorityoften perceiving them as high risk, while many smaller banks are not technologically equipped to meet the digital needs of SMEs. Today, well-established fintech companies, such as merchant acquirers, payroll managers, and alternative lenders, serve SMBs.

Embedded finance appears to be one of the most promising B2B fintech models, facilitating the integration of financial services within non-financial platforms. This innovation has gained considerable momentumdriven by banking apps as a service (BaaS) and integrated payments.

The success of the model is also illustrated by the dominance of “super apps” in Asia, such as the Southeast Asian heavyweight. To input And WeChat of China, which have revolutionized the provision and accessibility of financial services ranging from microcredit to “pay later” through insurance products integrated within the same ecosystem of applications, embodying the potential of integrated finance reshape the immediate financial landscape.

Prospects beyond 2024

As the fintech sector advances in 2024, global trends indicate that it is poised for further transformation, driven by the continued growth of seed and growth financing, the evolution of Insurtech 2.0 and the ascendancy of B2B models, particularly in integrated sectors. finance. These trends not only reflect the industry’s enduring adaptability and commitment to innovation, but also promise a dynamic and transformative journey ahead.

The fintech sector, amid the trials of 2023, has demonstrated a remarkable capacity for resilience and evolution. By taking a strategic focus on early-stage financing, embracing the next wave of insurance innovation, and prioritizing B2B models, the industry is poised to continue its upward trajectory.

The fintech journey is far from over, and the coming years are expected to bring new advancements, disruptions and opportunities. This dynamic and ever-evolving sector remains at the forefront of redefining the financial services landscape, heralding a future where technology and finance converge to create more inclusive, efficient and innovative solutions.

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