World finance payments index futures indicated a modest

World finance payments index futures indicated a modest upward bias as Asia session data showed stronger digital settlement activities. Traders anticipate medium-term upside, especially in firms expanding cross-border capabilities. Eric Volkman has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Mastercard and Visa. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy . Digital ID: A Critical Enabler for Financial Inclusion (2019) World finance payments stocks attracted buying interest after reports of new regulatory clarity in the EU on digital transactions. This may lower compliance costs and strengthen profitability forecasts into mid-