Micro-investing platforms are bringing young people the knowledge and ease-of-use they crave. 

 helps Gen Yers build their portfolios with a $5 entry point and easily understandable resources, while 

 uses blockchain technology to streamline the process of putting money in bonds. Similarly catering to small-scale investments, 

 is a platform that facilitates P2P lending.

People are also finding creative ways to invest in property without traditional mortgages, thanks to various models of shared investment. Echoing government-led shared purchase schemes, but without the need for mortgage approval, 

 makes home-ownership more attainable for a wider range of buyers by allowing them to buy only a percentage of a house, while 

 divides properties into thousands of units, or ‘bricks’, so that small investors can buy them and receive a portion of rental returns. And 

 is a community-based fund that’s giving Detroiters the opportunity to invest in the city they live in, rather than leaving it in outsiders’ hands.

The investing world can seem daunting, especially to those who don’t have much saved up. But with a $5 entry point, no need for major outlays, and a constant stream of information, condensed into an easy-to-understand smartphone app, Stash is helping Gen Yers build their portfolios.

Stash: accessible, app-based investing for Gen Y

Rising prices are making it increasingly difficult to get on the property ladder in Australia, with younger generations finding it the hardest. Proptech startups like BrickX are making it possible to own a piece of the Australian Dream through fractional investing.

BrickX: Investing in Aussie homes one brick at a time

Economic challenges, marketing saturation, changing relationship patterns, and the move towards digital interaction have diminished the vibrancy and engagement usually associated with Valentine’s Day and White Day – one example of Korean and Japanese people’s fatigue surrounding ‘Day’ marketing.

Does the decline of White Day prove people are getting tired of ‘Day’ marketing?

‘Sari-sari’ (literally, ‘variety’) stores remain staples in Filipino neighbourhoods despite the rise of convenience stores. They balance affordability and accessibility with modernisation and adapt to changing needs by providing reasonably priced essential goods, making them a pillar in the country.

Why Filipino neighbourhood ‘sari-sari’ shops flourish amid convenience stores

Disillusioned with the state of the housing market, Gen Yers are giving up on their goals of homeownership and focusing on making their rentals their own with renovations. This is a signal of changing attitudes towards major life milestones and the troubling economic state of play.

Gen Yers are renovating rentals instead of buying homes

As Gen Zers and Yers come to terms with not having it like their parents did, they're turning to crypto and 'financial hacks' to make things work. Amid a decline in trust in traditional financial institutions, brands have an opportunity to help young adults manage their finances in new ways.

Gen Z and Y are trying to hack home ownership

The mobile payments app GCash has revolutionised financial services by bringing banking to Filipinos' fingertips. Through its innovative features, strategic partnerships, and commitment to financial inclusion, GCash empowers millions to control their finances and easily pierce the digital economy.

How GCash dispenses financial inclusion to mobile Filipinos

A survey has found that adults in the US are struggling to stay afloat, with the majority of adults living paycheck to paycheck. As inflation continues to threaten financial security, people are searching for brands and products that can provide holistic solutions and financial education.

Ongoing inflation impact is entrenching financial stress

China’s young people are abandoning their retirement plans as low pay and a difficult labour market hurt their future prospects. Gen Zers and Yers are looking for financial support and education as their optimism dissipates and an uncertain and potentially difficult future looms.

Disillusioned Chinese Gen Zers abandon retirement plans

According to a new poll, Gen Zers and Yers believe that they’re spending too much money on streaming subscriptions. Mobile content is proliferating while young people are looking to cut costs, leading many to change their streaming behaviors and look for more affordable solutions.

Gen Zers look to cut back on streaming subscriptions

Ongoing financial pressure is putting strain on Britons’ love lives, with dating, divorce, and even staying single becoming more expensive, and the future they imagined looking different with their budgets. How can brands support people in their romantic lives during the cost-of-living crisis?

How is financial strain affecting Britons’ love lives?

Several approaches have been developed to teach young Southeast Asians money management. However, economic issues and hustle culture make lessons hard to remember. That’s why The Simple Sum keeps financial literacy simple through bite-sized comic strips about real-life budget experiences.

Why The Simple Sum strips money talk down to comic truths

Why are China’s youth giving up their hard-earned credentials to become ‘full-time children?’ How did rest become an act of rebellion? How has the pandemic affected shopping habits in China? This Cultural Snapshot uses local stats to explore the behavioural norms shared by people in China in 2024.

A Cultural Snapshot of China: 2024

While BNPL options have become widely available, there's a gap in understanding how consumers view them and why they use them. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Philippa Ward, Dr. Anita Zhao, and Dr. Ruffin Relja to unveil the world of BNPL customers – their perceptions, usage, and brand recommendations.

I’m saving so much! The science of BNPL perception

Germany, Europe’s largest economy, is lagging behind other European nations in embracing digital finance, but post-pandemic shifts and economic challenges are presenting diverse opportunities in this space. How can brands respond to the digital transformation?

What's driving digital finance in Germany?

Boutique grocery stores, including those run by brand giants, are popping up more and more in the inner cities of Australia amid an anti-supermarket sentiment. The question is, how did this happen, and are Aussies buying the cost of convenience and bougier atmosphere these places are offering?

Behind the success of boutique grocery stores in Australia

Urban youth in Vietnam are feeling increasingly disillusioned by the promise of social mobility due to a housing crisis and the effects of ‘flex’ culture, leading them to redefine their adulthood. What does this mean for brands looking to engage with Vietnamese Gen Zers?

Why adulthood looks different for Vietnamese Gen Zers

The 2024 Generational Snapshot of Generation Y in the Asia-Pacific region explores how a move towards purposeful living and stable life has Gen Ys spending with more intention, taking care of their health and overall wellness, and enjoying the freedom that comes with not having children.

2024 APAC Gen Y Snapshot

Robinhood, the stock trading app that shot to fame in 2021 as the app of choice among ‘memestock’ traders, is gearing up for a UK launch. What opportunity has it seen among British investors, and how can it convince them to make more informed money decisions and pick stocks on its platform?

Why Robinhood wants to get Britons onto the stock market

Facing turbulent economic times, many couples are navigating new terrain when it comes to spending and saving. Canvas8 spoke to Scott Rick, a marketing professor at the University of Michigan, about how people can better handle their finances without risking their relationships.

Scott Rick on the future of finances in relationships

The grim financial outlook for young people is no secret – and they’re catching on. Their intense worries have given rise to ‘money dysmorphia’, with their fiscal anxiety spiraling even when their situation isn’t that bleak. How can brands help to soothe them and make them feel more in control?

Money dysmorphia is changing young spending habits

Gen Y women are set to inherit more money than their male counterparts, opening up a new wealth landscape that will emerge over the coming decades. Women have different investing habits compared to men, presenting diversification opportunities for existing financial products and organisations.

Future wealth transfer will benefit Gen Y women most

Investing company Australian Ethical has launched a new campaign that focuses on showing how they align investments with values. However, with opinions on ESG funds becoming polarised, transparency around the true environmental impact of these investments will be vital to winning audience trust.

Australian Ethical caters to conscientious investing 

Moniepoint is emerging as the most preferred payment system in Nigeria, thanks to its lower transaction decline rates and instant reversals of transactions if payments fail. With rising distrust among traditional banks, people are increasingly turning to challenger options they find more reliable.

Moniepoint offers financial reliability to Nigerians

According to new research, Americans are working less since the pandemic, with high earners and young people leading the charge. An increased desire for flexibility is helping to reshape the American workweek, with top talent making their preferences clear in the early 2020s.

High-earning Americans are looking to work less

With US Boomers already demonstrating their openness to alternative financial strategies, regulation changes by the Securities and Exchange Commission mean more of their wealth could go into Bitcoin. As trust in traditional retirement plans and institutions wanes, Boomers are diversifying.

Regulation changes may sway Boomers to Bitcoin

In response to the increasing prevalence of gig work, Robinhood Retirement has introduced a savings plan tailored to the needs of those working through TaskRabbit, Grubhub, and Gopuff. As the working world changes, there are increasing expectations for financial products to adapt too.

Robinhood launches retirement product for gig workers

By giving workers in Indonesia early access to their salaries, Wagely helps them be more financially secure, ensuring they don’t take loans they can’t repay. As economic uncertainty hits people globally, consumers expect the system to adapt and help them cope with monetary pressures.

Early pay access is safeguarding Indonesian workers

Klarna's AI assistant managed two-thirds of customer service chats in its debut month, showing efficiency and customer satisfaction. The trend towards AI customer service reflects a preference for quick, accessible support, alongside a debate on AI's impact on jobs and service quality.

Klarna celebrates AI handling the majority of customers

There has been a surge in the number of Britons taking packed lunches for work – a clear indicator that the post-pandemic return to the office is almost complete. But with more workers eating their midday meals al desko, how is office morale being impacted? And how can food and drink brands respond?

Why Britons are packing their lunches for work

British adults who are providing support to their parents, children, and even grandchildren are in a precarious spot as the cost of living crisis places strain on their finances. How are members of Gen X coping in their role as multigenerational financial anchors, and how can brands help them out?

How is the cost of living crisis impacting Gen Xers?

Gen Yers may feel like they’re redefining what it means to be in one’s 30s and 40s, but are their youthful appearances and attitudes solely a result of consciously avoiding traditional ageing? Or have economic structures made the typical markers of adulthood a financial impossibility?

How economic woes led to an extended youth for Gen Y

The 2024 Generational Snapshot of Gen Zers in the APAC region explores how young people today express their national identities while keeping a global mindset, assert their individuality in the workplace alongside AI, and look to markers from simpler times for stability and inspiration.

2024 APAC Gen Z Snapshot

EasyPaisa has launched a service that helps Pakistani women understand the Nikahnama – the Islamic marriage contract. Through the 'Audio Nikahnama' option in its mobile banking app, EasyPaisa attempts to bridge a knowledge gap and respond to the demand for tech empowering marginalized communities.

EasyPaisa unpacks marriage contracts for Pakistani women

As inflation continues to threaten financial security and wellbeing, young Canadians are feeling anxious and taking on more debt to remedy current financial challenges. As a result, people are finding their solutions to manage debt but need support with more holistic solutions for their finances.

Younger Canadians need better support navigating debt

Retirement specialist Just Group has published research showing that some Gen Xers are spending the equivalent of a full state pension on care for elderly relatives. With Gen X stressed by financial support from older and younger generations, there are opportunities to help them feel supported.

Gen Xers stretched by care costs for relatives

Disney+ and Hulu are losing subscribers as many people turn to piracy sites over paid platforms. In the face of the ongoing cost of living crisis, people are looking for savvy ways to cut back on spending, and for many, that has meant finding ways to hack the system in the name of self-preservation.

Disney+ and Hulu are losing subscribers to piracy sites

Gen Zers have embraced digital wallets more than any other generation, but as the technology becomes widespread, they’re looking for more than mere cardless transactions. Young people expect seamless experiences from fintech, and the burden is on brands to build functionality into digital wallets.

High-earning Gen Zers favour seamless digital wallets

Survey data suggests that US Gen Yers are more interested in a work-life balance than other generations. Despite economic insecurity, many young people are prioritizing their personal lives over salaries, pointing to the demise of 'hustle culture' and a rejection of workplace burnout.

US Gen Yers prioritize work-life balance over salaries

China’s top developers face scorn from the nation as they file for corporate default, leaving homeowners-to-be far from the promised land. As the Chinese youth are caught between a housing crisis and long-standing expectations of home ownership, they have resorted to living in ‘refined poverty.’

Young Chinese people resort to ‘refined poverty’ amid housing crisis

The US-based dating app Score lets people prove they have good-to-excellent credit scores before they match. As people face increased cost of living and volatile economic landscapes, they're looking to extend financial responsibility to as many parts of their lives as possible.

Dating app connects users via credit scores

As brands look for ways to maximize profits despite rising costs, consumers are increasingly concerned about the tactic of downsizing products at the same price. The latest critic is US President Joe Biden, who called out this behavior in the context of the Super Bowl festivities.

Joe Biden criticises snack makers for shrinkflation 

Bearing a rising cost of living and the financial burdens of their parents and children, Indonesians are now managing their finances at much younger ages. As they brace themselves for this double whammy, Gen Z-focused app Whiz aims to empower them – one less lonely financial journey at a time.

How Whiz helps young Indonesians bond with family and finance

A report published by The Commonwealth Bank of Australia highlights generational differences in wealth, with Boomers remaining financially secure amid inflation due to homeownership, reduced spending, and government support. This is in contrast to Gen Yers, who appear worse off post-pandemic.

Australian Boomers insulated from financial hardship

BMO and rapper bbno$ have collaborated on the song BPOT (Bills Paid on Time) as part of a Visa Card campaign targeting Gen Z. The ad went viral, speaking to Zers' desire for financial wellbeing, and their desire to expand their financial knowledge during turbulent times.

Canadian rapper bbno$ stars in relatable money ad

A report by Linkedin India highlights the country’s changing career landscape – with workers looking to move jobs for higher wages and better work-life balance. However, a competitive job market means people are expanding their searches beyond their current industries and reassessing career plans.

Report reveals Indian workers' changing priorities

Female Invest offers a one-stop universe for financial knowledge, underpinned by community and geared towards women. With a mission to close the financial gender gap and help women invest in a male-dominated field, the company boasts more than 45,000 members globally and aims to democratise finance.

How Female Invest is empowering women’s finances

Many fintech apps focus on making complex financial topics – like stock picking and compound interest – easier for the average person to understand. London-based Communion goes one step further, targeting young people who feel like they can’t even make a start with savings.

How Communion helps Britons to save money

‘Poly-employment’ – working multiple jobs – is rising as people search for ways to combat inflation, find flexibility, and offset potential layoffs. Particularly common among Gens Y and Z, it signals that traditional attitudes towards employer loyalty and job security are shifting.

Poly-employment rises as workers try to hack the system

Ease of use and interoperability have made homegrown instant payment systems the preferred mode of transactions for payments for millions of Indians who are becoming more digitally savvy and evolving commerce locally. Now, the United Payments Interface (UPI) is trying to recreate its success abroad.

How cashless payments are restructuring the Indian economy

Alma aligns with French money values by offering BNPL services that resonate with the country’s approach to personal finance. By allowing customers to spread payments over time without incurring interest, Alma is tapping into the mindful budgeting and responsible financial management shift.

How Alma appeals to French money values with BNPL services

While attending a Bipartisan Policy Center panel discussion, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase, Jamie Dimon, suggested that the rich should be taxed more to support those less well-off. Though an old concept, Dimon's comments reflect a shift in perceptions of capitalism as an equitable economic paradigm.

Jamie Dimon reflects desire for a more equitable economy

In an increasingly automated digital age, people are paradoxically feeling more disconnected than ever. Amica Mutual Insurance's campaign prompts people to consider the importance of IRL connections and understand that looking out for each other isn’t groundbreaking, but it’s what makes us human.

Amica campaign signals the importance of IRL connection

The Crocs Quick Trail repurposes Crocs' Classic Clog for the great outdoors. This signals the return of multi-purpose apparel, a key shift for brands to pay attention to this year as people's budgets remain tight and consumers look for functional and aesthetic value from their investments.

Crocs hiking clog resonates with critical spenders

New data from the Bank of England shows that UK consumer credit borrowing grew at the fastest rate for five years in November. Elsewhere, there is evidence that more Britons are turning to credit cards to pay for essentials such as food. What’s behind this uptick in borrowing?

Why are Britons maxing out on credit?

BlackRock has released a refreshingly 'boring' video ad introducing its iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT). Doing away with crypto jargon, it’s breaking down financial information in palatable and easy-to-understand ways to appeal to an untapped demographic in the bitcoin landscape – boomers.

BlackRock’s accessible ad courts bitcoin-curious Boomers

HomeEquity Bank's 'Ask Yourself' campaign encourages Gen X Canadians to explore the option of home equity for enhanced later-life financial flexibility. Inflation and the cost of living crisis has made many Gen Xers rethink their financial futures, prompting them to consider saving alternatives.

HomeEquity Bank tempts Gen Xers with reverse mortgages

Despite younger generations driving the growth in ESG funds, recent polls reveal their interest in this has declined since 2022. Their investment preferences now align more with Boomers, signaling a shift away from prioritizing values over returns due to various economic and political pressures.

Interest in ESG funds plummets among Gens Y and Z

Young Indians are sparking a dating revolution in India, challenging traditions and embracing diverse connections. From focusing on the journey rather than the destination to opting for budget-friendly experiences, Gen Z is redefining romance in a digitally driven landscape.

Gen Z Indians are shaking up dating culture. What's next for romance?

John Lewis has released a campaign encouraging people to shop in its January sales. Drawing on both high quality and low price, as well as a treat-yourself mindset, the campaign taps into a more critical approach to spending amid cost of living concerns and a continued desire to indulge.

John Lewis nudges shoppers to give into sale temptation

EQ Bank's ad featuring Dan and Eugene Levy from Schitt's Creek warns Canadians against unthinkingly sticking to one bank. The father-son duo highlight the behavioural tendency to favour known options and suggest considering better alternatives, emphasising the benefits of switching banks.

'Schitt's Creek' stars and EQ Bank make finance fun

Budgeting trends like 'no-spend January' are spreading across the internet as young people respond to money worries and try to reform their bad spending habits. Anti-consumerist sentiments are growing among young people, driven by rising costs and a lack of financial education.

'No-spend January' challenges consumerist norms

Scotiabank is reviving its 'You're Richer Than You Think' campaign that shows the frivolity of comparison with others. Despite economic challenges, the ad emphasises life's greater importance than wealth accumulation, positioning the bank as a reliable brand while boosting customer confidence.

Scotiabank helps Canadians feel hopeful about money

Gen Zers are digitally tracking their outfits to monitor how often they wear each piece and move towards slower models of fashion consumption. As budgets get tighter and sustainability awareness increases, young people are looking to become more intentional with their money choices.

Gen Zers turn to wardrobe tracking to manage consumption

Research shows Aussies don’t trust AI when it comes to selecting their mortgage plans. In contrast, some did express interest in using other AI-powered financial services, indicating that trust around AI in the Australian financial industry is mixed – presenting a chance for more education.

Aussies don't trust AI to choose their mortgage plans

Superdrug has reduced prices by up to 50% for over 150 of its own-brand items. Inflationary pressures may have temporarily eased, but economic anxieties haven’t lifted overnight for shoppers, and customers expect brands to continue demonstrating empathy for their financial realities.

Superdrug tackles living costs with permanent price cuts

Progressive Insurance has released a comedic spot appealing to young homeowners by mocking their parents. As younger generations seek financial guidance amid economic turmoil, financial providers are tasked with making the experience more relatable and less intimidating.

Progressive Insurance attracts young adults with comedy

Money

A growing number of young Chinese people are investing in gold charms and jewellery in an effort to safely store their money amid economic volatility. As people grapple with uncertainty and a lack of trust, many are searching for decentralised approaches outside the mainstream to feel secure.

Chinese Gen Z turn to gold investments for security

Older shoppers are buying into shopping second-hand as economic and environmental concerns drive them toward pre-loved clothing. As older people's shopping habits change, brands have an opportunity to lean into this trend and appeal to Boomers, who are relatively new to this space.

Older shoppers are increasingly buying second-hand

In America, Gen Zers are turning to online side hustles to supplement their full-time incomes, earn extra money, and build transferable skills. As younger generations continue to distrust institutions, they're taking things into their own hands and earning on their own terms.

Side hustles spike as Gen Zers seek skills and spare cash

Tax season is a daunting time, especially for American Gen Zers who say they are often reduced to tears by the process. To navigate the complexity, many turn to parents for support and to fight the financial literacy they are battlingm and the disconnect with banks drives search for info elsewhere.

Overwhelmed US Gen Zers turn to parents for tax advice

Research has revealed that unfavorable return policies are impacting consumers' purchasing decisions. As consumers tighten their budgets amid inflation and rising prices, they seek brands that can offer value beyond a price point and enhance the online shopping experience and convenience.

Return policies can sway consumer shopping habits

A survey has exposed the extent to which young Americans are financially disillusioned, revealing that most Gen Zers and Yers feel they’re starting from further behind other generations. Feeling behind on conventional milestones, young people are changing their measures of success.

Young Americans are falling behind financial milestones

Gen Zers are increasingly turning to dinner parties for socializing, sparking a new wave of businesses catering to personalized and unique experiences. As younger generations seek opportunities for community without breaking the bank, efforts that support creative options for connection stand out.

Young people host dinner parties for creative community

DoorDash has shifted its pay scheme to increase driver payouts at the cost of flexibility in New York City – reshaping gig work to be more like a conventional job. Gig economy workers are looking for security in economically volatile times, forcing employers to imagine a softer gig economy.

Updated DoorDash pay scheme signals a softer gig economy

Australian retirement village operator Aveo has launched a campaign highlighting how community and human connection don't have to stop at retirement. As people's ideas of retirement become more fluid and positive, brands can help them explore the rich possibilities of a life well lived.

Aveo rethinks retirement as community-oriented lifestyle

Hoards of shoppers from Hong Kong and southern areas of China have flocked to the opening of a Costco. As a protracted economic slowdown continues to put downward pressure on purchasing pressure in China, brands are supporting consumers they’ve typically leant on for aspirational luxury purchases.

Costco popularity highlights tightening budgets in China

Some American coffee shops are ditching tipping for higher wages and prices, reflecting a shift towards fair compensation amid changing attitudes and tipping fatigue. This move – spurred by economic pressures and a desire for transparency –  marks an effort to redefine service industry standards.

US businesses axe tipping in favour of higher wages

Many retirees have been forced back into work by the cost of living crisis, while an ageing global population means that retirement security promises remain firmly on the agenda for consumers. Standard Life and Fidelity International have partnered to help pensioners maintain financial stability.

Standard Life and Fidelity support pension stability

Despite the envious gaze of younger generations, older Britons with poor finances are being forced to re-enter the rental market – and when they get there, their options are often limited to house-shares. Where are the flexible housing solutions for these older Britons?

Older Britons forced to reenter rental market

Gen Yers are increasingly worried about outliving their savings, turning some towards get-rich-quick options over sensible savings. While some remain optimistic about retirement, there's a need to educate young people about responsible methods for planning their futures.

Gen Yers are looking for retirement help

Wendy’s has announced plans to test a surge pricing model featuring prices that fluctuate based on demand and faced early public backlash. In the wake of the cost of living crisis, people are looking for brands to find solutions that don’t involve passing increased costs onto the consumer.

Wendy's variable pricing scheme causes outrage

BNPL services are being frequented by “financially fragile” users, according to a report from the Federal Reserve. With people drawn by the inability to access other forms of credit, underregulated forms of lending are leading to poor financial decisions, creating a need for guidance and education.

'Financially fragile' users overrely on BNPL services

Research has found a surge in spending and travelling by Chinese tourists primarily during Lunar New Year – in response to regular lockdowns during COVID-19. This boom speaks to how people are looking to shop, eat, drink, and have authentic cultural experiences not just domestically, but globally.

Revenge travel booms in China during Lunar New Year

Applebee’s has re-upped its popular Date Night Pass membership after cards reportedly sold out in minutes. Eaters are looking for ways to treat themselves despite financial belt-tightening, creating an opportunity for brands to incentivize loyalty through savings and memberships.

Applebee's encourages loyalty through Date Night Passes

Unemployed Gen Zers are turning down jobs because they can’t afford the clothes or commute necessary to show up to work. While many employers are enforcing office mandates and the guidelines that come with them, young people are persistent in demanding relaxed office expectations.

Gen Zers turning down work because of associated costs

A widespread return to working in-office spurred a catering boom over 2023 as workplaces look for solutions to feed hungry employees. While workers are hesitant to accept office mandates, employers are responding by offering more perks to soften the pain of commuting and lure people back.

Return to office spurs catering boom for eateries

Amid financial uncertainty, savings and retirement planning is becoming increasingly challenging. In response, the TIAA is looking to raise awareness and funds for Americans to empower and educate them about the importance of thinking and actioning plans for retirement as early as possible.

TIAA x Wyclef Jean release rap song about retirement 

Women’s attitudes to investing have come a long way over the last few years. How is a desire for better financial knowledge resonating with women of all ages, who want to attain financial freedom, grow their wealth, invest responsibly, and level up the gender pay and pension gaps?

How women are finding freedom through feminist finance

Despite the country's firm religious roots, Christmas is also a commercial holiday in the Philippines with shopping playing a major role in how people celebrate. But as economic crises have shifted audience priorities, people are reevaluating what they want to give and receive during the holidays.

Christmas is major for Filipinos. How do they invest? 

The Korean government will expand childbirth and welfare benefits for families with newborns as part of broader efforts to boost the country’s declining birth rate. As socioeconomic factors impact traditional milestones, there is a need to support people in whatever life paths they choose.

South Korea expands support to tackle low birth rates

With entry into the US housing market unaffordable for large swathes of people, BotBuilt is tackling affordability from the supply side. The homebuilding start-up hopes automating the highly variable frame-building process will help builders pass value onto cash-strapped prospective buyers.

BotBuilt makes home building more affordable

Tennessee is suing BlackRock for allegedly failing to disclose ESG investments to clients, revealing challenges in navigating environmental concerns in the financial sector. The case underscores the need for corporate transparency and effective communication to navigate polarised public sentiment.

BlackRock sued over lack of environmental transparency

New data reveals that consumer debt has risen significantly in Japan as people’s appetite for feel-good spending shows no signs of slowing. There’s an opportunity for brands to help customers buff up their financial wellbeing in the face of continued economic headwinds.

Revenge spending is driving Japanese shoppers into debt

Monzo’s 'year-in-review' feature– similar to Spotify Wrapped – has been met with mixed responses on social media as users are ‘outed’ for their spending habits. Response to the feature highlights the importance of balancing personalised data-driven experiences with user privacy and sensitivity.

Monzo's 'year-in-review' sparks mixed reactions online

The story of Indian Gen Y and Gen Z changing the face of weddings is also a story of self-awareness, finding a voice, and clarity of thought. All stakeholders of India’s multibillion-dollar wedding industry have realised that they can’t take young brides for granted and must cater to their desires.

How are Gen Z and Y Indian brides reshaping the wedding industry?

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