Digital exports and shifting global trade in Asia Pacific

Businesses in Australia, Japan, Malaysia, and Singapore are finding newer markets and distant export markets for their products. A new study based on Stripe data shows how the internet is shifting international trade flows and opening up new growth opportunities for businesses of all sizes. It also suggests ways for businesses to seize on these trends and position themselves for growth, even during periods of economic uncertainty.

In this report, we’ll cover:
  • How digital exports in Asia Pacific are shifting global trade
  • How the profile of businesses selling internationally is changing
  • How you can use digital payments as a catalyst for transformation

Did you know?

The number one market that purchased goods and services from Australian businesses on Stripe in 2021 was the United States (US), while the fourth-largest market was Canada. Both North American countries are much more geographically distant than traditional Australian export markets such as China and Japan.

The number of businesses selling internationally on Stripe grew between 2020 and 2021 by:

76%

for non-digital native businesses and 40% for digital native businesses in Japan

20%

for SMBs and digital native businesses in Australia

39%

for non-digital native businesses and 32% for digital native businesses in Singapore

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