India introduces UPI fee raising business expenses
India's National Payments Corporation will impose a 0.4% fee on UPI transactions over ₹2,000 from 15 October, raising concerns about increased costs for businesses. This move may discourage the use of UPI, which has been crucial for digital payments since its launch in 2016.
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- on UPI transactions
- 0.4% fee
- starting
- ₹2,000
- starting
- 15 October
India's National Payments Corporation announced a 0.4% fee on UPI transactions exceeding ₹2,000 starting 15 October. This fee will be borne by businesses, raising concerns over increased operational costs and potential discouragement from using UPI. The government claims it will ensure UPI's sustainability in the long run. 💼
• Businesses cannot pass costs to consumers
• UPI has been vital for digital transactions since its launch in 2016
• Experts warn of negative impact on small vendors and larger enterprises alike.
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