What's at stake for Paytm in the MDR debate
Published on 12/06/2025 09:01 AM
What's at stake for Paytm in the MDR debateThe delay or non-introduction of MDR is sentimentally negative for Paytm, brokerage firm UBS wrote in its note.By Meghna Sen June 12, 2025, 9:01:41 AM IST (Updated)2 Min ReadThe Finance Ministry has dismissed reports about the possible introduction of a merchant discount rate (MDR) — a fee paid by merchants to banks or payment service providers every time a customer makes a digital payment, like with a debit/credit card or Unified Payments Interface (UPI) —on transactions, according to an official statement. This clarification comes after several media articles said that MDR charges could be reintroduced.Continue Reading with CNBC-TV18 Access MembershipPriority Access and Networking: CNBC-TV18's flagship events Interaction with CNBC-TV18's journalists Webinars & LIVE Q&As with India Inc. Leaders Exclusive CNBC-TV18 studio & newsroom tours Premium business insights, expert opinions & analysis Curated lifestyle privileges & offersBecome A Member