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What you need to know this week Regulators signalled constraints on delivery of growth initiatives where primary legislation remains outstanding, including Buy Now Pay Later and targeted support.The FCA confirmed it cannot finalise targeted support rules until Parliament creates a new regulated activity, with a statutory instrument expected by end of Q1 2026.The Bank of England held Bank Rate at 3.75% on 4 February 2026, with a 5–4 MPC split and continued inflation risks.Average UK house prices rose to £300,077… Read more

DEMSA Column: Affordability Summit / DUAA update / Fraud Prevention / Vulnerability drills / Debt sector / AI / Collaborations / Events

In today’s bulletin: General update Affordability Summit DUAA 2025 – February updates AI voice cloning to commit financial crimes Collaborations Events Setting the scene General update What is interesting of late is the regulator reactions to the government on their progress on ‘growth’ initiatives that were communicated from last January 2025. There seem to be reminders that ‘we have done our bit’, but what has happened with the government fulfilling their end of the bargain. We covered the strong message… Read more

Uncensored CMO: How SAS went from performance to brand – Jenn Chase

Podcast : uncensored CMO Search for original: Link Key Take Aways Embedding the long-term leadership commitment of founders can foster consistent brand strategy, exemplified by SaaS’s ongoing founder involvement after 50 years. Building trusted relationships with customers through data-driven insights enhances credibility, especially vital for B2B organisations operating in complex and regulated sectors like financial services. Leveraging extensive internal cross-functional stakeholder management, including finance and sales, is crucial for aligning marketing initiatives with organisational priorities and securing strategic investment. Transitioning… Read more

Market Pulse: Pros & Pioneers: The Business Case For Mental Toughness Steve Ware

Podcast : The podcast name is not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Search for original: Link Key Take Aways Mindfulness programmes can be strategically effective in high-pressure environments, improving decision-making, reducing burnout, and rediscovering organisational balance. Leadership and employees at all levels are receptive to mindfulness interventions, irrespective of seniority or organisational size. Personal suffering, such as stress and anxiety, often drives individuals to seek mindfulness solutions, which can then be scaled organisationally. Effective stress reduction programmes are backed… Read more

Uncensored CMO: Why you need to know your e.l.f.ing numbers with Kory Marchisotto [Uncensored Renegades]

Podcast : uncensored renegades Search for original: Link Key Takeaways Effective leadership in marketing requires an emphasis on quantifiable business impact, especially in terms of revenue and profit metrics. CMOs should act as the central decoder, translating complex marketing strategies into clear, business-impact driven narratives for executive leadership. Building incremental trust and demonstrating impact over time—rather than demanding immediate large budgets—is key to sustainable growth and influence. Sponsoring bold and creative initiatives is rooted in earning ongoing credibility and having… Read more

CX Files: TUI ; Transcom On Building A Best In Europe Partnership

Podcast : The CX files Search for original: Link Key Take Aways Long-standing strategic partnerships, exemplified by transcom and tui, significantly enhance customer experience through deep collaboration and trust. Building a relationship over multiple years enables both organisations to evolve from basic KPI-driven outsourcing to a true partnership focused on continuous improvement and innovation. Award-winning CX initiatives are rooted in thorough data collection, consistent performance metrics, and authentic storytelling within award submissions. Transparency and openness foster mutual trust, allowing joint… Read more