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UPI transactions ease 1.8% to 24.07 billion in September

2 sources · first seen 11:14 1 Oct · updated 13:05 1 Oct

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  • Monthly transactions fell to 24.07 billion from August's record
  • Average daily payments topped 800 million for the first time, reaching a record value
  • Payment processors and fintech firms may see transaction growth moderate; NPCI-linked payment businesses are exposed

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UPI transactions in September

UPI processed 24.07 billion transactions worth ₹29.37 lakh crore in September, with festive demand pushing average daily transactions above 800 million for the first time.

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2 reports · earliest 11:14
Economic TimesUPI transaction volume dips to 24.07 billion in September11:14Business StandardUPI volume dips 1.8% in September ahead of MDR rollout on October 1513:05