Market Forecast By POS Terminal Types (Portable, Countertop, Mobile POS, PIN Pad & Multimedia), By End Users (Hospitality, Healthcare, Retail, Government & Transportation and Others),By Countries (Mexico, Brazil, Argentina & Rest of Latin America) and Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC002518 | Publication Date: Feb 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 200 | No. of Figures: 90 | No. of Tables: 30 | |
According to industry insights, the Latin America POS Terminal Market is projected to grow at a CAGR 8.5% from 2025–2031. The market was valued at approximately USD 9.42 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach at approx. USD 32.0 billion by 2031.
Report Name | Latin America POS Terminal Market |
Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
CAGR | 8.5% |
Market Size | USD 32.0 billion by 2031 |
Growing Sector | Financial Technology (fintech) and payments |
The Latin America POS Terminal Market report thoroughly covers the market by POS Terminal Type, by End Users, and by Countries. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The Latin America POS Terminal Market growth is driven by the rapid adoption of digital payments, the growth of e-commerce, and the increasing consumer preference for contactless payments and mobile payment options. Businesses are adopting POS systems to improve transaction speed, better the consumer experience, and make business operations more efficient. Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico, represent critical markets for the region, providing a large portion of market demand. The market is seeing investments in advanced, cloud-based, and mobile POS technologies as they continue to adapt to the channel of retail.
Latin America POS Terminal Market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period 2025-2031. The Latin America POS Terminal Market is primarily driven by the rapid adoption of digital payments, fuelled by the growth of e-commerce and increasing smartphone penetration. Increasing consumer preference for contactless, mobile, and card-based transactions encourages businesses to implement advanced POS systems. The growing expansion of retail, hospitality, and service sectors fuels the need for dependable payment solutions. Supportive government initiatives for cashless economies and financial inclusion accelerate Latin America POS Terminal Market Growth. Organizations are leveraging cloud and mobile POS systems to boost efficiency, safeguard transactions, and deliver a better customer experience, contributing to overall market expansion.
Despite rapid growth, the Latin America POS Terminal Market faces several obstacles. Inadequate infrastructure in some areas limits the adoption of advanced POS systems. Cyber threats and data security remain major concerns. Differences in technology readiness and consumer spending power create market fragmentation, making standardization difficult. Additionally, integrating POS solutions with existing payment networks and training staff slows implementation. Addressing these issues is essential for companies to provide secure, efficient, and scalable POS services throughout Latin America.
The Latin America POS Terminal Industry is influenced by trends such as the rising use of mobile POS systems that provide flexibility and affordability for small and medium businesses. Cloud-based POS systems are becoming trend because they do not require hefty upfront investments, and they can scale as needed by the store. Contactless payments such as NFC and QR code payments are on the rise since they provide a fast and secure payment method. Moreover, POS systems integrate with AI analytics, digital wallets, and loyalty programs, it increases the possibilities for progress and enhances customer experience. Retailers also appreciate the advent of compact and portable POS devices for increasing convenience and operational workflow.
Investment opportunities in Latin America POS Terminal Market are strong, particularly in mobile and cloud POS solutions for small and medium enterprises. Digital payment-focused fintech startups in countries like Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina are receiving significant backing. The expanding e-commerce sector and growing need for secure, efficient payment systems offer profitable avenues. Collaborating with retailers and financial institutions can facilitate large-scale adoption of advanced POS solutions. Rising cashless payment adoption, infrastructure modernization, and AI-enhanced POS integration further enhance market investment potential.
The Latin America POS Terminal Market includes major players such as Ingenico Group, NEC Corporation, BBPOS Limited, PAX Technology, and VeriFone Systems Inc. These companies provide diverse POS solutions suitable for different business sizes and verticals. Several leading players offer cost-effective alternatives for local markets, while multinational companies drive innovation with advanced mobile, cloud-based, and contactless technologies.
Latin American government are actively supporting digital payments and financial inclusion through various regulations. Policies aim to increase the adoption of electronic payment systems, reducing reliance on cash and improving transparency. Compliance with national standards ensures system security and consumer protection. However, varying regulations across countries may challenge international POS providers. Regulatory bodies also oversee cybersecurity, data privacy, and interoperability, pushing businesses to tailor their solutions to local requirements while fostering trust and encouraging widespread POS adoption across retail and service industries.
The Latin America POS Terminal Market is expanding rapidly due to the proliferation of technology and the continuous adoption of digital payment methods. Mobile and cloud-based POS terminals are expected to have a significant presence, especially in the small and medium-sized business sector, as these businesses gravitate online or look to simplify their processes while maximizing their ROI. Moreover, current and upcoming enhanced security features, advanced AI features, and better compatibility with digital wallets and loyalty programs will accelerate Latin America POS Terminal Market share growth and the adoption of these systems.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Ritika Kalra, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, The Mobile POS segment dominates the Latin America POS Terminal Market due to its flexibility, affordability, and ease of deployment for small and medium-sized enterprises. Rising adoption of mobile payments, contactless transactions, and integration with cloud-based systems makes Mobile POS the preferred choice for businesses aiming to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.
The Retail segment holds the largest share in the Latin America POS Terminal Market. Retailers are increasingly implementing POS solutions to streamline transactions, improve payment security, and integrate loyalty programs. The expansion of e-commerce and omni-channel retailing further drives the demand for advanced POS systems in this sector.
Brazil leads the Latin America POS Terminal Market in terms of adoption and revenue. As the largest economy in the region, Brazil has significant retail, hospitality, and service sectors that increasingly rely on advanced POS technologies. Strong digital payment adoption and supportive government initiatives contribute to the country’s market dominance.
The report delivers a widespread study of the subsequent market segments:
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By Countries
1. Executive Summary |
2. Introduction |
2.1 Report Description |
2.2 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3. LATAM POS Market Overview |
3.1 LATAM Economic & Industry Indicators |
3.2 LATAM POS Market Revenue & Volume, 2021–2031F |
3.3 LATAM POS Market Revenue Share, by Terminal Types, 2021–2031F |
3.4 LATAM POS Market Revenue Share, by End-Users, 2021–2031F |
3.5 LATAM POS Market Revenue Share, by Countries, 2021–2031F |
3.6 LATAM POS Market – Industry Life Cycle |
3.7 LATAM POS Market – Porter’s Five Forces |
4. LATAM POS Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5. LATAM POS Market Trends |
6. LATAM POS Market Overview, by Terminal Types |
6.1 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by Portable POS, 2021–2031F |
6.2 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by Countertop POS, 2021–2031F |
6.3 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by Mobile POS, 2021–2031F |
6.4 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by PIN Pad, 2021–2031F |
6.5 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by Multimedia POS, 2021–2031F |
7. LATAM POS Market Overview, by End-Users |
7.1 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by Hospitality & Healthcare, 2021–2031F |
7.2 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by Retail & e-Commerce, 2021–2031F |
7.3 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by Government & Transportation, 2021–2031F |
7.4 LATAM POS Market Revenues & Volume, by Others, 2021–2031F |
Country-Level Market Overviews |
8. Brazil POS Market Overview |
8.1 Revenue & Volume, 2021–2031F |
8.2 Revenue, by Terminal Types, 2021–2031F |
8.3 Revenue, by End-Users, 2021–2031F |
9. Mexico POS Market Overview |
9.1 Revenue & Volume, 2021–2031F |
9.2 Revenue, by Terminal Types, 2021–2031F |
9.3 Revenue, by End-Users, 2021–2031F |
10. Argentina POS Market Overview |
10.1 Revenue & Volume, 2021–2031F |
10.2 Revenue, by Terminal Types, 2021–2031F |
10.3 Revenue, by End-Users, 2021–2031F |
11. Colombia POS Market Overview |
11.1 Revenue & Volume, 2021–2031F |
11.2 Revenue, by Terminal Types, 2021–2031F |
11.3 Revenue, by End-Users, 2021–2031F |
12. Chile POS Market Overview |
12.1 Revenue & Volume, 2021–2031F |
12.2 Revenue, by Terminal Types, 2021–2031F |
12.3 Revenue, by End-Users, 2021–2031F |
13. Peru POS Market Overview |
13.1 Revenue & Volume, 2021–2031F |
13.2 Revenue, by Terminal Types, 2021–2031F |
13.3 Revenue, by End-Users, 2021–2031F |
14. Rest of LATAM POS Market Overview |
14.1 Revenue & Volume, 2021–2031F |
15. LATAM POS Market – Opportunity Assessment |
15.1 Opportunity Assessment, by Terminal Types, 2021–2031F |
15.2 Opportunity Assessment, by End-Users, 2021–2031F |
15.3 Opportunity Assessment, by Countries, 2021–2031F |
16. LATAM POS Market Competitive Landscape |
16.1 LATAM POS Market Revenue Share, by Companies, 2021–2031F |
16.1.1 Brazil POS Market Revenue Share, by Companies |
16.1.2 Mexico POS Market Revenue Share, by Companies |
16.1.3 Argentina POS Market Revenue Share, by Companies |
16.1.4 Colombia POS Market Revenue Share, by Companies |
16.1.5 Chile POS Market Revenue Share, by Companies |
16.1.6 Peru POS Market Revenue Share, by Companies |
16.1.7 Rest of LATAM Market Revenue Share, by Companies |
16.2 LATAM POS Market Competitive Benchmarking, by Operating & Technical Parameters |
17. Company Profiles |
18. Key Strategic Recommendations |
19. Disclaimer |
Market Forecast By POS Terminal Types (Portable, Countertop, Mobile POS, PIN Pad & Multimedia), By End Users (Hospitality, Healthcare, Retail, Government & Transportation and Others), By Countries (Mexico, Brazil, Argentina & Rest of Latin America) and Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC002518 | Publication Date: May 2020 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 200 | No. of Figures: 90 | No. of Tables: 30 |
Latin America POS terminal market is witnessing significant growth primarily due to the increasing usage of digital platforms and e-commerce applications in the region. Additionally, increasing investment by enterprises for technological up-gradation to deliver secure payment solutions as well as rising adoption of mobile wallets and cloud applications are some of the other key factors which are driving the demand for POS terminals in Latin America. Further, government initiatives such as the integration of e-wallets and seamless payments for domestic, cross-border, and foreign exchange transactions as well as efforts by central banks to launch new digital technologies would further accelerate the demand for the POS terminals in Latin America over the coming years.
According to 6Wresearch, Latin America POS Terminal Market is expected to register substantial growth during 2020-2026. Rising usage of wireless payment system and cashless transactions, growing adoption of e-payment platforms, increasing usage of mobile wallets, growing acceptance of EuroPay, MasterCard, and Visa Cards as payment options as well as technological innovation and integration of cloud applications are some of the key growth drivers of the Latin America POS terminal market during the forecast period. However, the Latin America POS terminal market is expected to witness a slowdown at the beginning of 2020, due to the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic and the market is expected to recover gradually over the next few years.
In terms of countries, Mexico and Brazil are the key revenue-generating markets in the overall Latin America POS terminal market owing to a surge in the adoption of online platforms for financial and cashless transactions in these countries. Additionally, in terms of type, the portable and mobile POS terminals are registering significant growth in Latin America. Further, the healthcare and retail verticals are dominating the overall Latin America POS terminal market due to the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic in the region.
Some of the leading players in the Latin America POS terminal market are Ingenico International India Pvt. Ltd., Mswipe Technologies Private Limited, Ezetap Mobile Solutions Pvt. Ltd., MobiSwipe Technologies Private Limited, Paynear One, PayU Money, ePaisa, Pine Labs, and PAX Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
The Latin America POS terminal market report thoroughly covers the market by terminals types, end-users, and countries such as Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina. The Latin America POS terminal outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing Latin America POS terminal market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Latin America POS terminal market is anticipated to register sound revenues during the forecast period 2020-26F on the back of the rising potential growth of the healthcare sector across the region. Increased healthcare infrastructure clinics and labs along with increased payment technological revolutions in the healthcare sector like wireless technology have been emerging during payment and POS terminals are estimated to surge up across the region in the forthcoming year. In the entire Latin America Mexican city of Cancun is the most visited place which has led to the increased hospitality sector in the country where POS terminal is proven provide during payment time and is estimated to boost the growth of the Mexican country and would benefit the entire Latin America POS terminal market in the upcoming six years.
Latin America POS Terminal market is anticipated to register sound revenues in the upcoming six years on the back of the rising substantial growth of the commercial sector across the region. Additionally, the retail sector is estimated to generate high sales revenues in the upcoming six years on the back of the rising population base and card users simultaneously increase the adoption of POS terminal. Also, the tourism sector is the top reason for the growth of the hospitality sector coupled with the rising growth of the breweries industry exponentially in Brazil especially which is set to act as a growth proliferating factor for the growth of the Latin America POS Terminal market in the coming years.
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