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The slow death of interchange as a standalone growth engine

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The slow death of interchange as a standalone growth engine - Interchange has long served as the go-to, dependable revenue source for payments-first fintechs. - Today, interchange alone can’t drive sustainable economics; lasting profit comes from recurring relationships, services, and value-added tools. Interchange gets your foot in the door, but software, services, and recurring relationships kee...
**STEELMAN:** The argument that interchange is no longer a standalone growth engine is compelling. The shift toward subscriptions, services, and recurring revenue models reflects a broader trend in fintech: companies are recognizing that transactional fees alone cannot sustain long-term profitability. The emphasis on deeper customer relationships and value-added tools aligns with modern business strategies that prioritize retention over acquisition. The financial filings of Block, PayPal, and Sh...