Financial services mid-year trends 2026: The advantage of adaptability
Financial services organizations are entering the second half of 2026 amid rapid technological and competitive change. New forms of digital money, increasingly powerful digital competitors, and advances in AI are reshaping how institutions serve customers and create value. Across banking, insurance, and wealth management, the pace of change continues to accelerate.
In our latest video, Simon-Kucher Partner and Global Head of Financial Services Max Biesenbach shares his perspective on the trends affecting the sector and the priorities leadership teams should focus on through 2026 and beyond. Drawing on conversations with financial services organizations around the world, he highlights where the sector is seeing pressure and also opportunity.
The trends shaping financial services
The financial services landscape is evolving on multiple fronts. One of the most significant developments is the future of money, including the growing role of…
