« All Podcasts

Your Gen Z Strategy Is Broken

Your Gen Z strategy is putting your bank or credit union’s growth at risk.

Published on February 2026 in Gen-Z Banking

Featuring: Your Gen Z Strategy Is Broken

New research from Primax, shows that only 12 percent of Gen Z consider a community or regional bank their primary financial institution. Will these Gen Z consumers move their parents’ relationship out of your institution?

By 2035, Gen Z will be the largest and wealthiest generation in history. And 72 percent say they face financial challenges unlike those of any other generation. They’re seeking a financial partner who understands their reality far beyond a simple transaction.

The bottom line is that customer loyalty is thin, opening accounts at new institutions is easy, and growth is no longer guaranteed.

Today on Banking Transformed, I’m joined by Carrie Stapp, Vice President of Marketing at Primax. We’re unpacking what the Banking in Focus research report reveals about what’s broken in how banks approach Gen Z – and what you need to fix now before future growth moves elsewhere.

Episode Sponsor: Primax

Primax provides banks with payment processing services and an expansive array of value-added technology and solutions. Primax’s customizable solutions, including risk management, mobile and online card management, data and analytics, loyalty programs, marketing, strategic consulting, delinquency management and contact center services, help banks profitably grow their portfolios and deliver an unparalleled experience to their accountholders. With a longstanding commitment to service excellence, Primax has been designing and providing support services for banks throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean for over 40 years. For more information, visit www.primax.us.

The Financial Brand is your premier destination for comprehensive insights in the financial services sector. With our in-depth articles, webinars, reports and research, we keep banking executives up-to-date with the latest trends, growth strategies, and technological advancements that are transforming the industry today.

© 2026 The Financial Brand. All rights reserved. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of The Financial Brand.