PSCU/Co-op Solutions has rebranded as Velera as part of a bigger move to help its members grow and attract a more diverse customer base.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss whether Snapchat's “Less social media. More Snapchat” is working, how concerned folks should be about its slowing user growth, and what to make of its revenue turnaround. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Minda Smiley.

US digital audio ad spend will reach $7.12 billion this year, according to our March 2024 forecast.

The back-to-school season generates revenues brands and retailers count on, as the second-highest shopping volume of the year ahead of holiday. This year, though, back-to-school growth will be harder to come by as spending in key channels slows.

Target won’t sell Pride Month merchandise in some stores: The move comes at a time when right-wing groups are pushing shareholders to scrutinize companies’ DEI and ESG efforts.

Sale talk is boosting its stock value amid broader carrier consolidation trends

Amazon expands into new markets: The retailer opens its marketplace in South Africa, and plans to launch an Irish version of its platform next year.

Planet Fitness lowers outlook while wealthy shoppers buoy Life Time: The two companies’ diverging earnings highlight the growing rift between cost-conscious and affluent consumers.

Profitability proves elusive for Gopuff: The company lost $400 million last year as initiatives like its ad business failed to cover its hefty operating expenses.

Controversial Apple ad leads to rare apology: Bold campaigns are fine; alienating your core audience of creatives is not.

This milestone opens Mastercard up to a massive new market and gives it a competitive edge against Visa. But it will face stiff domestic competition

The report claims issuers create misleading marketing materials and block or delay earned benefits. Issuers are already fighting back

The alt-credit model can help expand financing to credit invisibles, which should help boost account openings

Maryland further complicates state-level privacy laws: Two bills protecting consumers’ data privacy were opposed by the ad industry while a federal bill looms.

Patients frequently go out of network for mental healthcare vs. medical care: The No. 1 factor driving this discrepancy? Lack of coverage options. The Biden administration is calling on insurers to change that, though.

New DOJ task force investigates anticompetitive behavior in healthcare: The feds want to rein in vertical integration in healthcare. UnitedHealth Group will likely be under the spotlight first.

Positive experiences are the key to retaining patients: We dive into new study results showing why US consumers switch providers and insurers and unpack what both need to do to stop customers from jumping ship.