Bank awareness starts on digital for younger adults and offline channels for older ones
All ages value accuracy in bank ads, though younger adults also want an entertaining twist
Younger adults research banks broadly, while older adults favor fewer, trusted sources
Bank choice comes down to similar factors for most consumers, but their importance shifts by age
Digital channels widen the path to account opening for younger adults, but branches remain essential
Switching banks looks similar on the surface—but the ‘why’ diverges by age
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About This Report
Generational splits shape how consumers find, research, and trust banks. Younger adults move through digital channels with ease, while older adults rely on branches, human support, and established institutions.
Bank awareness starts on digital for younger adults and offline channels for older ones
All ages value accuracy in bank ads, though younger adults also want an entertaining twist
Younger adults research banks broadly, while older adults favor fewer, trusted sources
Bank choice comes down to similar factors for most consumers, but their importance shifts by age
Digital channels widen the path to account opening for younger adults, but branches remain essential
Switching banks looks similar on the surface—but the ‘why’ diverges by age
Methodology
Media Gallery
Our third annual survey of 1,440 US banking consumers reveals the major habits and priorities of younger and older adults throughout the customer journey. These generational insights give marketers a clearer road map for winning and keeping customers.
Key Question: What generational banking behaviors should marketers understand to strengthen both acquisition and retention efforts?
Key Stat: Bank awareness splits sharply by generation, with 80% of younger adults discovering banks’ products and services through mobile apps. But among older adults, that falls to 52%—roughly the same proportion as physical branches.
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