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How CMOs Can Maximize Their Marketing Budgets & Prevent Cuts

In response to shrinking marketing budgets in the financial services sector, CMOs are reallocating resources towards digital channels, particularly social media ads and SEO, while reducing emphasis on email marketing. The need for transparency with price-sensitive customers is emphasized, as is the importance of demonstrating marketing's value to prevent further budget cuts. Financial services CMOs are encouraged to develop digital skills within their teams and focus on measurable goals aligned with business objectives.


Read the Financial Brand article here.

Here is a brief summary:

  • Shrinking Budgets: Financial services CMOs are facing budget cuts and must prioritize spending.
  • Digital Focus: Increased investment in digital marketing channels, especially social media and SEO.
  • Price Sensitivity: Importance of transparency with customers regarding pricing.
  • Demonstrating Value: Need to quantify marketing’s contribution to business outcomes.
  • Talent Development: Emphasis on building digital marketing capabilities within teams.

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