The U.S. subsidiary of the British banking giant has partnered with Everfi to offer an online self-guided financial education program, and with GreenPath Financial Wellness to deliver in-person seminars in several cities.
Rushing to copy the Amazon experience, banks and fintechs are focused on simplifying financial services online. A Georgia Tech researcher says that approach is risky.
It started with financial literacy classes, but now Chelsea Groton Bank in Connecticut is offering crafts and other so-called lifestyle courses, all in an effort to connect with the public and drive traffic to its branches.
Judy Long, president of First Citizens National Bank in Dyersburg, Tenn., launched the Smart Women financial literacy program after seeing female customers struggle with managing their finances.
Women with credit scores below 700 feel more stressed about money than any other group, according to a new study. The findings suggest financial firms should cater to them with special advisory products and services.
A public-private coalition, including Citigroup and disability advocates, is testing financial literacy strategies in New York City that they hope will be used nationwide to improve the financial lives of Americans with disabilities.
