Consumers find hope in fintech amid economic stress

The Fintech Effect 2022: An executive briefing

At 80% adoption, fintech is now mainstream. And 77% of consumers say it’s helping them navigate a challenging economy. Download the report to learn more about consumer fintech usage and trends in 2022.

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80%

Of consumers have adopted fintech, up from 58% in 2020

95%

Of consumers say they are experiencing some degree of financial stress

77%

Of consumers say accessing their finances from anywhere is helping them navigate a challenging economy

Download this executive briefing to learn:

Why engagement, onboarding, and identity verification are key to meeting consumer expectations

What fintech tools consumers turn to based on their financial realities 

How organizations can help consumers along the path to financial wellness 

The majority of consumers want the same things: control over where their data is shared, apps they can access instantly, and apps that use identity verification. By meeting these needs, digital finance organizations can attract more customers and help them along the path to financial wellness.