PYMNTS Intelligence

Operational Innovations Drive Software Publishing Marketplaces
Operational Innovations Drive Software Publishing Marketplaces
March 13, 2024  |  Innovation

The software publishing industry is in a state of flux right now as it embraces embedded finance to facilitate new growth — and many payment...

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Uptick in Inflation Impacts Nearly Every Consumer Despite Age, Earnings 
Uptick in Inflation Impacts Nearly Every Consumer Despite Age, Earnings 
March 12, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

News this week that inflation inched up slightly in February is bad news for U.S. consumers, but if there’s any consolation, most say they saw it coming.  ...

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Nearly Three-Quarters of Retail Customers Consider Deals When Choosing Merchants
Nearly Three-Quarters of Retail Customers Consider Deals When Choosing Merchants
March 12, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

As ongoing economic challenges have continued to affect consumer behavior, PYMNTS Intelligence finds that deal-seeking behavior has long since become mainstream. Get the Full Story...

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‘Barbie’ Came up Short at the Oscars, but the Brand Can Outperform in 2024
‘Barbie’ Came up Short at the Oscars, but the Brand Can Outperform in 2024
March 12, 2024  |  Retail

Even though Hollywood’s incarnation of Barbie took home just one Academy Award this week, the famous figurine is well positioned for another year of solid sales. Get...

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Omnichannel Banking Innovation Helps Credit Unions Reduce Member Churn
Omnichannel Banking Innovation Helps Credit Unions Reduce Member Churn
March 12, 2024  |  Credit Unions

Credit unions (CUs), known for their community-focused approach and member-centric values, are navigating a changing financial ecosystem. With the rise of FinTech startups offering cutting-edge...

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Optimism in Fleet and Mobility Sector Fuels Use of Working Capital
Optimism in Fleet and Mobility Sector Fuels Use of Working Capital
March 12, 2024  |  Business

All companies in growth mode need access to capital, whether to fund short-term operational needs, mitigate unexpected expenses or execute plans for growth. One key...

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Price Is Top of Mind When Consumers Shop on eCommerce Marketplaces
Price Is Top of Mind When Consumers Shop on eCommerce Marketplaces
March 11, 2024  |  eCommerce

When online shoppers decide to make purchases from eCommerce marketplaces rather than directly from brands or retailers, PYMNTS Intelligence research reveals, affordability is their top...

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PSCU/Co-op Solutions Study Adds New Urgency to Credit Union Innovation
PSCU/Co-op Solutions Study Adds New Urgency to Credit Union Innovation
March 11, 2024  |  Credit Unions

Credit union (CU) members value the classic benefits associated with CUs, such as lower fees and more access to loan products. Still, PYMNTS Intelligence finds...

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Cloud Technology, Instant Payments Accelerate Hospitality Brands’ Digital Transformation
Cloud Technology, Instant Payments Accelerate Hospitality Brands’ Digital Transformation
March 08, 2024  |  Faster Payments

From online booking platforms and mobile check-in services to AI-powered chatbots and virtual concierge services, technology is not only changing the way hotels operate, but...

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