This document summarizes the results of a 2012 survey on consumer payment fraud conducted across 17 countries. Some key findings include:
1) Overall, 1 in 4 cardholders experienced fraud in the past 5 years, with fraud rates varying significantly by country. Mexico, the U.S., and India had the highest rates.
2) Consumers expressed dissatisfaction with financial institutions that were slow to resolve fraud issues, replace cards, or reimburse losses. Over a quarter changed providers after experiencing fraud.
3) Fear of identity theft is rising, now consumers' top fraud concern. Risky online and mobile behaviors persist despite education efforts.
4) Consumers strongly prefer fraud alerts from their bank that