October 13, 2008

Here are recent stories of interest from around the web.
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A Failure to Communicate: Survey says financial brands not saying enough

Ad Quandry: Financial firms not sure what to do, say in tough times

CU Later: Zopa kills U.S. P2P service involving 6 credit unions

1 in 3: That’s how many credit unions in California are losing money this year

Regional Banks: “We’ll take your deposits!”

Green$ense: Citizens Bank will pay you $120 for this green account

Ad Nauseam: Banks burned by their catchy slogans

Ad Slash: Deep cuts in financial firms’ ad spending

Canadian Confidence: Crash won’t crimp Canadian bank marketing

Quad Shot: 4 credit unions merging into 4th largest in Manitoba

How Much? Financial industry Web 2.0 research report for $12,000

Money Monet: Missouri bank opens “art gallery” branch

Tightwad: Could this be the best named bank under the circumstance?

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Previous related stories from The Financial Brand:

• News briefs for January 28, 2008
• Branding Briefs…The Economic Meltdown Edition
• Branding briefs for June 11, 2008
• Headlines and stories related to the financial meltdown

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