Insight Report

Beyond the downturn: the shift from performance to brand-led fintech marketing

A study of changing marketing priorities and investments by major fintechs in the UK, US and Europe. Fintech marketing is entering a bold new era. After weathering a turbulent few years marked by economic uncertainty, budget cuts, and layoffs, leading fintechs across the UK, Europe, and the US are shifting gears.

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This exclusive new report from CCGroup, a Hoffman Agency, reveals how today’s top B2B fintech marketers are pivoting from short-term performance marketing to long-term brand strategy.

Looking to refine your 2025 marketing plans, this is your essential guide to what’s next.

Who Should Read This?

This report is a must-read for:

- CMOs, VPs, and Heads of Marketing in fintech

- B2B marketers in financial services or emerging tech

- Content strategists, brand leads and growth marketers

- Anyone heading to Money20/20 Europe looking to stand out

Why it matters

The fintech “winter” forced teams to do more with less. But as the market stabilises, brand building is no longer optional—it’s mission-critical.

Backed by original data and real-world insights, this report provides the strategic toolkit you need to thrive in a high-pressure, reputation-led marketing environment.

From evolving marketing budgets and content trends to digital channel investment and measurement priorities, this is your field guide for the next two years of fintech marketing.

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What’s Inside?

Based on in-depth research with senior marketing leaders at major fintech firms, Beyond the Downturn delivers data-driven insights to help you benchmark your strategy and stay ahead of the curve.

Key Findings Include:

  • Budget Rebound: 69% of fintech marketers expect budgets to increase by 2026.

  • Top Priorities: PR (46%), brand strategy (41%), and ABM (36%) lead the agenda.

  • Content That Converts: Long-form video, webinars, podcasts, and analyst reports are the new essentials.

  • Channel Focus: Email, paid social, and YouTube dominate digital investment plans.

  • Sales Enablement Reimagined: ABM is accelerating to target high-value enterprise buyers.

  • Credibility Is King: Marketers are leaning into third-party validation and evidence-based content.

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