Connected Economy
Bank Stocks Surge on Earnings and Lead CE 100 Up 2.9%
January 20, 2025

Earnings season is officially here, led, as ever, by big banks – and this time around, a 9% surge in the “Bank” pillar pulled the CE 100 Index 2.9% higher in a strong weekly showing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Money Mobility
Behind the Report: How Banks and FinTechs Can Capitalize on the New Money Mobility Opportunity
January 20, 2025

The money mobility ecosystem PYMNTS detailed in its new background report “The Modern Money Mobility Ecosystem” has been the topic of several research projects over the past year. In today’s on-demand economy, consumers expect instant gratification in every aspect of their lives — and financial...

Retail
Retailers Adjust Strategies to Meet Financially Strained Consumers’ Needs
January 19, 2025

With ongoing financial strain causing many consumers to live paycheck to paycheck, retailers are adjusting strategies to cater to cost-conscious shoppers. As inflation pressures persist and savings dwindle, retailers are prioritizing value-driven offerings and digital infrastructure to spark increased customer engagement. Get the Full Story...

Acquisitions
If Sonos’ Board Sells, Will Apple Be the Buyer?
January 19, 2025

Will audio tech company Sonos soon have a new owner? If so, which tech giant will it be? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

Healthcare
Medical Device IPOs Could Revive Health Tech Listings
January 19, 2025

Will 2025 bring an end to a fallow period for medical device company IPOs? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Retail
US Consumers Spend ‘Robustly’ After Almost $1 Trillion Holiday
January 19, 2025

After a nearly $1 trillion holiday season, U.S. consumer spending shows no sign of slowing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Banking
Santander Reportedly Considering Exit of UK Banking Market
January 19, 2025

Santander is reportedly rethinking its U.K. presence 20 years after entering the British banking market. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

artificial intelligence
FTC Issues Staff Report on AI Partnerships
January 19, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a report examining the partnerships among artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud giants. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

Cryptocurrency
Crypto Sector Hopes Trump Brings ‘Level Regulatory Playing Field’
January 19, 2025

For years, the cryptocurrency sector has asked the U.S. for a clearer regulatory framework. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...