Jim Eckenrode

We divided the US markets into four groups based on their performance across the two parameters. Most of the largest markets, such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, and Miami, experienced below average retail trips and above average share of online spending. In these markets, doubling down on servicing the e-commerce ecosystem while using retail store spaces strategically for fulfillments and other services may be the best strategy.

As the importance of environmental and social responsibility gains momentum, the financial services industry is stepping to the forefront. Learn more about the need for action on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics, and explore the unique challenges, opportunities, and responsibilities that rest with the financial services industry. Explore Content ESG: A call to action Without a doubt, 2020 ushered in a heightened focus on environmental, social, and governance issues.

Despite some progress, the vast majority of fintech founders are still men. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. Learn how key stakeholders in the financial industry could create opportunities for women and for growth. Key messages 1. The number of fintech startups (“fintechs”) involving women founders has grown at a slow pace over the last decade.