On today’s podcast episode, we discuss the future of the bank branch.
• In our “Headlines” segment, we chat about why banks are closing so many branches and how consumers want more digital experiences.
• In “Story by Numbers,” we explain what Curinos defines as branch share and why it used to account for more primary new accounts than it does today. We also discuss the value of closing a branch in order to save operating expenses in a low-rate versus high-rate environment.
• In “Pretend CEO,” we look at regional banks and their deposit portfolios in a high-rate environment.
Listen to the discussion with host Rob Rubin and Curinos director Andrew Hovet.
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| Nov 14, 2023
On today's podcast episode, we discuss whether Amazon's online sales business glass is half full (or half empty), if you should advertise on Amazon without selling there, and how much offering primary care to Prime members can move the needle. "In Other News," we talk about Bed Bath & Beyond's marketing, its comeback, and why Pinterest beat everyone's expectations. Tune in to the discussion with our director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman and analyst Zak Stambor.
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| Nov 14, 2023
56% of US adults think ad breaks on free-ad supported streaming TV (FAST) services should be under 30 seconds, according to an August 2023 ViewNexa survey.
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| Nov 14, 2023
Gen Z is ready to spend this season. Millennials may be a bit cautious. YouTube is the place to go if brands want to get on Gen Alpha’s radar. And for older consumers, trust is the key to getting them to spend.
Here’s how retailers can appeal to each generation as the holiday season readies for Cyber Five.
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| Nov 14, 2023
Amazon turns to Meta, Snap partnerships to keep TikTok at bay: As the retailer moves in on social commerce, TikTok is beefing up its supply chain.
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Its growth and cost-cutting measures brought the BNPL fintech its second straight profitable quarter. And it’s projecting full-year profitability for FY 2024
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| Nov 13, 2023
The FTX founder will face the consequences of his illegal crypto dealings—but how does publicity around the trial affect the financial services industry?
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| Nov 13, 2023
77.6 million people in the US will use Uber or Lyft next year, according to our August 2023 forecast.
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| Nov 13, 2023
Sunday Ticket propels YouTube TV to 48% growth: The pay TV service has seen subscriptions jump significantly since it acquired the costly streaming rights.
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| Nov 13, 2023
On today's podcast episode, we discuss a new lawsuit against Meta for designing its products to be addictive to kids, new paid ad-free versions of Facebook and Instagram, and where Threads engagement is at. "In Other News," we talk about whether we will ever come together again on social media and if AI can help us get there. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Jasmine Enberg and director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman.
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| Nov 13, 2023
Many advertisers see retail media solely as a performance marketing channel. But 7-Eleven’s retail media network, Gulp Media, is aiming higher up the funnel.
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| Nov 13, 2023
Connected TV (CTV) advertising has evolved from a brand-new way to reach consumers into one of the fastest growing ad channels, but it hasn’t been without growing pains. Learn what CTV features marketers expect will improve in the next one to three years, according to new research from MNTN.
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| Nov 9, 2023
Knowing and trusting a brand is the top factor influencing purchase decisions for US adults, particularly among those ages 55 and older, per an August 2023 CivicScience survey.
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| Nov 9, 2023
On today's podcast episode, we discuss the likelihood that news influencers will replace traditional media, whether in-store sampling can make a comeback, how many ads are enough ads, what the science says about social media being addictive, why more brands don't encourage consumers to recycle, where daylight savings time actually comes from, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian and analysts Bill Fisher and Carina Perkins.
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| Nov 9, 2023
As the top two retailers in the US, Walmart and Amazon are battling for holiday success by rolling out the best deals, the fastest delivery, and the best in-store experience. Here’s who we expect will come out on top in each of those areas, plus a post-holiday outlook.
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| Nov 9, 2023
Last week, YouTube announced excluded themes at Brand Safety Summit, providing a way for advertisers to keep their ads from showing up next to news, gaming, health, or political content by checking a box. The updates should help brands looking to avoid unsavory contexts when serving ads, though this relies on YouTube’s ability to classify these categories correctly.
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| Nov 9, 2023
Gen Zs plan to splurge this holiday season: The cohort is more likely than any other generation to increase spending this year, according to new research provided exclusively to Insider Intelligence.
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| Nov 9, 2023
OTT video viewing is about to get a boost in the UK, as traditional TV viewing gets a broadband delivery option next year.
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| Nov 9, 2023
Frictionless online checkouts allow consumers to click, pay, and complete purchases for exactly what they were looking for—but less so for what they weren’t necessarily expecting to find. For retailers, encouraging impulse purchases online requires a different strategy than at brick-and-mortar stores that capitalize on physical displays to prompt low-consideration additions to shoppers’ carts.
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| Nov 9, 2023
Amazon will offer grocery delivery to non-Prime members nationwide: The retail giant also plans to resume opening Amazon Fresh stores next year.
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| Nov 9, 2023
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Source: Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
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Source: Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
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Source: Boston Consulting Group (BCG)