The Great Indian Wallet Study 2024

The Great Indian Wallet Study 2024

Tracking the financial behaviour of the consumers for the 2nd year in a row.

The Great Indian Wallet Study 2024
The Great Indian Wallet Study 2024

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This study provides a comprehensive glimpse into the financial behavior and well-being of India's lower middle-class consumers, aged 18-55 years, across 17 cities, from major metros to lively small towns. With household incomes up to 5 lakhs per annum, these consumers exemplify aspiration and resilience, managing limited resources amid rising living costs. Their innovative budgeting techniques and creative solutions provides valuable insights into the evolving socio-economic dynamics of modern India.

Key highlights of the insights from the study are:

Key highlights

Buoyant Consumer Sentiment

The buoyancy in consumer sentiment with an increasing number of consumers experiencing either heightened or stable earning capacities in 2024 vis-à-vis 2023.

Food & Lodging, major share of a Consumer’s Wallet

A significant portion of household budget goes towards essentials like food and lodging. Education is another major expense, which takes a significant chunk of the wallet.

Navigating the Cost-Convenience Balance with UPI

UPI, a game-changer in India's digital payment landscape with its no-fee structure, has revolutionized consumer transactions and paved the way for a cashless economy; however, many consumers intend to discontinue using UPI if charges are introduced.

The Great Indian Wallet Study 2024

Key Highlights

  • 52%

    of consumers saw an increase in their income in the current year compared to the previous year.

  • 74%

    of consumers anticipate an increase in their incomes by next year.

  • 66%

    of consumers express intentions to save and invest more in the coming year.

  • 50%

    of consumers’ income is spent on food and lodging, with lodging costs rising by 18% in the last year.

  • 15%

    of a consumer’s wallet is spent on education, which has become 51% more expensive.

  • 60%

    of consumers can save money after incurring their monthly fixed expenses.

  • 64%

    of consumers intend to discontinue using UPI if charges are introduced.

  • 42%

    of consumers expressed interest in using Credit on UPI in the future.

  • 24%

    of consumers foresee potential usage of UPI Lite.

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