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ACI Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACIW) is a payments software company that focuses on electronic payments and intelligent payments orchestration for banks, billers, merchants and processors. The ACI Worldwide news page on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, industry research and customer case studies that illustrate how its technology is used across the global payments ecosystem.
Recent news highlights include product and platform developments, such as the integration of Paze online checkout from Early Warning Services into the Pay.On payment orchestration platform to expand digital wallet options for U.S. consumers. Other updates describe how organizations like BPI Direct BanKo, Inc. and LLP Exotic Auto Finance are implementing ACI platforms to modernize payment infrastructure, support real-time transaction processing and streamline bill payment operations.
Investors and industry observers can also find ACI Worldwide’s perspectives on payments modernization, fraud trends and regulatory change. The company publishes research reports and annual payments predictions, and it shares findings on topics such as AI-driven automation, friendly fraud, and the gap between confidence and readiness among payments leaders. Announcements about events like the Payments Unleashed summit provide additional context on how ACI engages with policymakers, banks, merchants and technology partners.
By following ACIW news, readers can track developments in ACI Connetic, Pay.On, ACI Speedpay, Payments Intelligence and other named offerings, as well as financial updates and corporate actions disclosed in press releases. Bookmark this page to monitor ongoing announcements that reflect ACI Worldwide’s role in payments technology and the evolution of digital commerce and real-time payments.
ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW) announced the successful implementation of its real-time payments solution by Thailand’s National ITMX to enhance the country's bulk payments processing system. This upgrade aims to facilitate continued growth in real-time payments, projected to rise from 13.3% in 2020 to 30.1% by 2025. The new system processed over 96 million transactions valued at approximately 143 billion USD in 2020, highlighting a 60% increase in transaction volume. The collaboration positions Thailand’s payment infrastructure for significant modernization and increased efficiency.
ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW) reported preliminary unaudited financial results for the year ending December 31, 2020, anticipating revenues between $1.280 billion and $1.295 billion with adjusted EBITDA of $350 million to $360 million. Despite COVID-19 challenges, the company achieved year-over-year growth and margin improvements. ACI reaffirms a long-term outlook for mid-single-digit organic revenue growth and expects 2021 to achieve the 'Rule of 40' for the first time. A conference call to discuss results is scheduled for January 28, 2021.
ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW) has been selected by the Federal Reserve Banks for the pilot program of the FedNow Service, a new real-time payments initiative. ACI will assist in developing and testing this service, aimed at enabling secure real-time payment capabilities for thousands of financial institutions across the U.S. Craig Ramsey, ACI's head of real-time payments, emphasized the company's commitment to enhancing payment speed and convenience. ACI currently supports multiple real-time payment systems globally and will help shape the FedNow Service's adoption and functionality.
ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW) reported a 24% increase in global eCommerce transactions in December 2020 compared to December 2019. Notably, the retail sector saw a 31% rise, while the gaming sector surged by 90%. The company noted a 70% increase in buy online, pick up in store (BOPIS) usage, but also a rise in BOPIS fraud attempts to 7%. Non-fraud chargebacks grew 26% due to shipment delays and increased consumer spending. ACI anticipates further growth in eCommerce as more consumers adapt to online shopping and expedited in-store pickup.
ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW) announced its participation in the 23rd Annual Needham Virtual Growth Conference scheduled for January 15, 2021. ACI Worldwide is a prominent global provider of real-time digital payment software and solutions, offering payment processing, omni-commerce payments, and fraud management services. The company's innovative solutions enable clients to manage digital payments efficiently and securely, driving the transformation of payments and commerce on a global scale.
ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW) and JCB International Co., Ltd. announced the successful global rollout of JCB's Web API Service, including a dispute function. This service, built on ACI Secure eCommerce, enhances payments acceptance for merchants across Asia and globally. JCB's acceptance network spans over 35 million locations worldwide, allowing acquirers and PSPs to simplify integration and improve operational efficiency. The collaboration supports JCB's ambition for global expansion, leveraging ACI's proven solutions to streamline operations and enhance cardmember service.
ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW) reveals in a recent study that over a third of consumers will require at least six months to catch up on missed bill payments due to COVID-19. The survey of 3,000 U.S. adults indicates a significant financial strain, with 30% reporting reduced incomes. Additionally, 10% are currently behind on payments. The demand for flexible and faster payment options is rising, particularly among younger consumers. Key findings highlight a shift towards digital payments, with 16% using digital platforms more than before the pandemic, and a notable preference for expedited transaction processes.
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ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW) reported a 21% increase in global eCommerce transactions for November 2020 compared to the previous year, driven by heightened consumer demand for household goods and services. Significant growth in the retail sector was observed, with a 30% increase from Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday. However, average ticket prices fell by 3%, and fraud attempt rates rose slightly to 1.7% by volume. Notably, the travel and ticketing sectors saw declines of 60% and 85%, respectively, due to the pandemic.
On December 2, 2020, Starboard Value LP, a major shareholder of ACI Worldwide (ACIW) with a 9% stake, delivered a letter to ACI's Chairman David Poe and CEO Odilon Almeida. The letter, which was also shared with ACI's Board of Directors, outlines Starboard's strategic recommendations for enhancing shareholder value. Starboard Value LP focuses on investing in undervalued companies and actively engaging with management to unlock potential value.