The Big Christmas Switch Off – Brits are ‘Over’ Christmas Ads by 27th November
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
Brits are officially ‘over’ Christmas marketing efforts by 27th November, according to the latest research from Twilio, the customer engagement platform that drives real-time, personalised experiences for today’s leading brands. The survey of 2,000 UK consumers suggests that festive fatigue is in part caused by the fact that almost half (48%) are regularly targeted with irrelevant gift ideas in the run up to the Christmas period.
Three-quarters of Pension Savers Would Choose ‘Pot for Life’ Pension
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
New research from leading online pension provider, PensionBee, reveals a notable enthusiasm among c.1,000 UK pension holders for the recently announced ‘pot for life’ pension model. Over three-quarters (76%) of pension savers expressed that they would consider opting for the new model, while only 5% of savers stated that they would not be interested in having their own pension into which employers can pay contributions.
Two Out of Every Three Young People Aren’t Motivated to Save, Says Plum
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
More than two thirds (67%) of young people in the UK are not feeling motivated to save, according to new research from smart money app Plum.
Passive Income & Peer-to-Peer Lending: Making Money by Helping Others
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Lending, Personal Finance
In a world where financial security is a concern for many individuals, the concept of earning passive income has become increasingly popular. Passive income refers to the money earned regularly with the effort required to maintain it. One promising way to generate income is through peer-to-peer lending, which allows individuals to invest in others and earn a return on their investment. As you continue reading, we will explore the idea of income... more
Black Friday Debt Warning: 16 Million Brits Still Don’t Know You Can Get Into Debt Using BNPL
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Lending, Personal Finance
Ahead of the Black Friday sales and Christmas, 16 million people in the UK are still unaware you can get into debt using ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ (BNPL) services*, according to research from responsible lender, Creditspring. A third of people (31%) still don’t think that BNPL purchases can lead to debt, however, this jumps to over half (51%) for those aged 18-24 who are a third more likely to use BNPL than the UK average.
Gohenry Launches New Plus Membership Allowing Kids & Teens to Earn Interest on Their Savings
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
GoHenry, the prepaid debit card and financial education app for kids aged 6-18, today announces the launch of its new Plus membership in the UK, giving kids the chance to earn interest on their savings.
Brits Estimated to Pay £828 Million in Interest on Christmas Credit Card Expenses
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
Research from personal finance website finder.com estimates that the UK could spend a total of £828 million on credit card interest over the holiday season. An estimated 23 million Brits plan to use credit cards to cover their Christmas spending, with an average predicted expenditure of £627 each. This estimate is based on paying off balances within 6 months, with an average annual purchase rate of 25.58%. The true cost of things
To Consolidate or Not to Consolidate: 87% of Pension Savers Are Missing out on the Benefits of Pension Consolidation
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
With career patterns changing and workers likely to have an average of 12 roles throughout their careers, it’s to be expected that retirement savers will likely have numerous pension pots.
PayPoint Hits 1,500+ Retailer Sign-Ups for Park Christmas Savings
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
With only two weeks to go until the Park Christmas Savings season hits the peak for savers to start getting ready for Christmas 2024, PayPoint today announces that more than 1,500 members of the Federation of Independent Retailers (the Fed) have signed up to become PayPoint Park Super Agents, boosting their earning potential by over £1,000 per year.
FICO Research: UK Consumers at Greater Risk from APP Fraud — But Many Ignore the Danger
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
New research by FICO suggests that Authorised Push Payment fraud — when someone is tricked into sending money from their bank account to a fraudster — is not being taken seriously by UK consumers. The new data also suggests one of the most vulnerable sections of society — the 65+ age group — is the least worried by this form of financial fraud.
A Third of Young Britons Scammed or Defrauded by Online Ads
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
New research conducted by money-saving app and retailer marketing platform ZIPZERO has found that young people are becoming disproportionately alienated by digital advertising due to bombardment, excessive intrusion, and/or deception. It revealed that 33% of young people (aged 18-34) have been a victim of a scam or fraud as a result of clicking on an online ad, significantly higher than the 18% average across the UK.
2023 Tipalti Report: Understanding Creative Challenges to Unlock a Superior Brand-Creator Relationship
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
The creator economy has witnessed exponential growth in recent years, with creators spanning various platforms amassing vast followings and influencing consumer behavior. According to Goldman Sachs, the creator economy is expected to grow substantially, reaching a staggering $480 billion by 2027.
High Return Rates Dull Black Friday’s Shine for Merchants
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
Merchants and consumers are increasingly dissatisfied with Black Friday as the cost-of-living crisis continues to hit profit margins and disposable income, at the start of this year’s critical sales period.
One in Five Now Make Payments Using Open Banking
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
One in five Brits are now making regular payments via Open Banking (21%) according to research carried out by Moneyhub. Open Banking payments allow users to make a payment directly through their phone’s banking app or online banking account directly to another account, which can be a quicker and more cost-effective alternative to other payment options such as card payments, standing orders or direct debits.
ISA Reforms Vital to Boosting Financial Security, as UK Trails in Knowledge and Take-up of Investing
- 2 years 6 months ago
- Personal Finance
New research finds millions of people in the UK could be heading for difficulties later in life, as poor understanding and low take-up of long-term investing risks their financial security.
