Discover how MCB combines Mauritius' strategic advantages with the expertise of our dedicated Private Wealth Management team to offer you world-class financial services and tailored solutions.
Your financial journey is unique. Whether you seek tailored wealth management, strategic investments, or exclusive banking services, our solutions provide the flexibility and expertise to support your ambitions.
We offer tailored solutions for External Asset Managers (EAMs), Financial Institutions (FIs), and Family Offices, providing a comprehensive range of services to address the unique needs of institutional clients.
Stay informed with expert insights and tailored perspectives on wealth management, investment trends, and financial planning—curated to support your aspirations.
Seamlessly manage your wealth, access expert insights, and enjoy exclusive services tailored to your lifestyle. From digital banking and market updates to premium concierge services, everything you need is at your fingertips.
Your wealth journey deserves a partner who understands its depth and purpose. Reach out, and let's shape a future that reflects your ambitions.
Post date
Jan 15, 2026
MCB customers are increasingly favouring digital payments. The momentum towards cashlite solutions, which has been building over several years, has continued to rise in 2025.
Transactions using QR codes surged 67% in 2025 compared to the previous year, while contactless payments increased 4%. As such, the proportion of cash transactions among individual customers dropped from 30% to 27% at the end of December 2025.
This trend was also observed among the bank’s customers during the festive period. Transactions via cards and QR codes increased by 18% on Black Friday, by 9% on Christmas shopping, and by 9% on end-of-year shopping. In total, between 1st November and 31st December 31, 17.3 million transactions were carried out by MCB customers using cards and QR codes. This represents a 13% increase compared to the corresponding period in 2024.