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Retail banking top trends 2024

Banking firm innovation within a dynamic regulatory environment will mark the coming year

New-age players, emerging technologies, and expanding regulatory compliance are transforming the retail banking landscape. Innovations, including generative AI and open banking, will distinguish competitive frontrunners.

In response, retail banks will balance resilience and innovation throughout the months ahead. They will lean into sustainability and cloud opportunities, and cater to expanding affluent wealth bands with tailored products and premium experiences. Strategic banks will fortify digital operational resilience amid increased regulatory scrutiny.

Read Retail banking Top Trends 2024 to explore strategic insights and tactical use cases on technological advancements and business initiatives – including generative AI, cloud and edge computing, and ESG data – that have the potential to reshape retail banking.

What’s Next for Retail Banking in 2025?

As the financial landscape continues to evolve, 2025 will be defined by:

  • AI-powered hyper-personalization driving differentiated customer experiences
  • Composable banking ecosystems enhancing flexibility and innovation
  • Embedded finance models extending financial services beyond traditional channels
  • Regulatory-driven digital resilience strategies ensuring compliance and security

Stay ahead of market transformations with the latest insights in our Retail Banking Trends report.

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Nilesh Vaidya

Head of Market Development Group for Financial Services

Manoj Khera

EVP & COO, APAC FS Business

Gareth Wilson

Global Banking Industry Leader at Capgemini
With over 30 year of experience, Gareth is an expert with a proven track record of developing long term client relationships and the successful management of large scale, complex, business critical client engagements.
Neha-Punater

Neha Punater

VP and Global Leader – Financial Services Transformation Practice

Elias Ghanem

Global Head of Capgemini Research Institute for Financial Services
Elias Ghanem leads Capgemini’s global portfolio of financial services thought leadership. He oversees a team of strategy consultants and sector analysts who deliver market insights to help clients build future-proofing strategies. He has more than 25 years of financial services experience, focusing on win-win collaboration between incumbents and startups.