Comparative analysis of payment card markets in Russia and abroad

The article is devoted to the comparative analysis of payment card markets in Russia and abroad,the market of banking services is undoubtedly one of the most important components of the modern market economy. Currently, the international market of payment cards is developing dynamically. An increasing number of banks are participating in this market, not only the number of issued cards is growing, but also the volume of funds attracted to the card account, card turnover, and the payment card service network is expanding. Non-cash payments on their basis allow to reduce the costs of the state to maintain the cash supply, improve tax collection, conduct social programs, etc.