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New research further highlights the benefits of physical cash ownership

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Amid the ongoing cash versus digital debate, new research exploring how different payment methods influence spending behaviour has uncovered an aspect that adds to the advantages of cash. The study, published in Qualitative Market Research in late 2024, reveals that using cash not only affects…

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