Financial Services

We explore how banks can best leverage popular platforms to reach potential customers.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss what commerce media encompasses, the size of the financial and travel networks, and the companies to pay closest attention to in this space. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Senior Analyst Arielle Feger and Principal Analyst Sarah Marzano.

Young consumers worry about their parents’ financial health: A study finds that many expect to manage their parents’ finances in just five years. Specific banking products can help.

Wells Fargo uses free cooking demos to build relationships with Latinos: After hosting its first cooking demonstration and financial literacy course in East Harlem, NY, the bank plans more.

Despite an unpredictable political climate, another Fed rate cut looks likely: Members are signaling gradual cuts over time, encouraging consumers to spend just enough to boost the economy—but not so much that inflation again rears its ugly head.

Commerce media is becoming more competitive as retailers and non-retailers continue to build out their networks and advertisers prioritize measurement for proven results. Looking ahead to 2025, cross-industry partnerships will grow and in-store media will enable retailers to merge online behaviors with in-person shopping.

Six banks made Interbrand’s top brand ranking for their financial performances, influence, and brand strength.

Premium increases heat up insurance commissioner elections: In particular, we’re watching the context in flood-ravaged North Carolina, one of the few states where voters elect their insurance watchdog.

Insurance agents marked ‘safe’ from disruption: The ups and downs of the direct-to-consumer life insurance market have taught the industry a lot about contemporary consumers and in-person experiences.