In the turbulent economic environment, money is losing its value. Consumers are reevaluating their spending across sectors. With a looming crisis of trust in financial institutions, how are people managing their budgets? And how can brands navigate the complex relationship between value and cost?

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.

People are searching for meaningful ways to mitigate the climate crisis, with a growing number recognising how they can use their financial power to drive pro-environmental action. Sugi shows users how much carbon their investments generate and teaches them how to offset these emissions.

A survey has found that young financial investors in the US are more likely to accept lower returns to ensure their investment aligns with their political and moral values. With the world in flux, young citizens are taking firm stances and are hyper-aware of their spending power.

Backed by Arsenal footballer Jorginho, Gather is a fintech app that lets users pick investment portfolios based on risk appetite and social values. Its USP is that it speaks Gen Z’s language – but how exactly is it making money management and financial decision-making intuitive for young people?