The Central Bank revealed, this Monday, what the Pix, instant payment system, set a new record for daily transactions last Friday, day 5. According to the institution, an impressive 224 were recorded,2 million transactions in just 24 hours, surpassing the previous mark of 206,8 million, reached on June 7 of this year
Besides the number of transactions, the total amount transacted by Pix also reached a historic level for a single day: R$ 119,4 billion. This amount highlights the growing adoption and trust of Brazilians in this payment method
In an official statement, The Central Bank emphasized the relevance of Pix as a public digital infrastructure, able to promote financial inclusion, foster innovation and drive competition in the payment services sector in Brazil
The Pix, released in November 2020, has consolidated itself as an agile alternative, secure and practical for transfers and payments, conquering millions of users across the country. The ease of use, availability 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and the free access for individuals has been a determining factor for its rapid popularization
With the new record, Pix reaffirms its transformative role in the national financial landscape, simplifying transactions, reducing costs and expanding access to banking services for the population. Industry specialists predict that the growth trend of Pix is expected to continue in the coming months, as more companies and consumers adopt this innovative form of payment
With information from This is Money
