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Why UPI's business model is back under scrutiny
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Fusion42 · 26 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) business model is under renewed scrutiny due to insufficient government subsidies covering operational costs, sparking debate on introducing a modest merchant discount rate (MDR) similar to debit and credit card fees to sustain network expenses and aid fintech competition.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech.
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You face a shift in India’s digital payment rules as modest merchant fees are likely entering UPI to cover network costs and open space for smaller fintechs. Start planning your pricing and merchant engagement to navigate emerging fee structures and increased competition.
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