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Looks like the 2024 rundown of VTB card users under 30 shows a major bump! According to the "Khabarovsk Krai Today" news, these youngsters make up close to one third of VTB's salary portfolio as of last year. Two age groups, in particular, are on the rise: the 22-25-year-olds, with an increase of 25%, and the youngest bunch (14-16) who saw a whopping 42% boost.
So, what's got these Zoomers all hot and bothered about VTB cards? The bank offers some eye-catching perks like free maintenance, cashback in rubles across four killer categories, a swanky mobile bank, and speedy transfers. It's no surprise that the most sought-after products are deposits (27%), credit cards (14%), mortgages (9%), auto loans (9%), and investment services (5%). And, let's not forget about the chance to top up that Steam wallet straight from the VTB Online personal cabinet!
Could it be the rising appeal of VTB cards follows broader Russian financial trends, such as the growing importance of digital convenience, attractive bonus schemes, or robust loyalty programs? A bit of digging reveals some insightful parallels.
For instance, banks spend a heap on perks like additional bonuses, loyalty programs, and customer education. Being digitally literate is also more valued nowadays, as young folks tend to favor services that cater to their tech-savvy lifestyles. Plus, seasonal cashback categories often align with the interests of younger generations, catering to their shopping and lifestyle habits.
So, why choose VTB? Could it be their investment in customer education, robust financial services offering or the tantalizing combination of bonuses, convenience, and easy-to-use technology that's got these Zoomers hooked? To truly understand the reasons behind this trend, more in-depth research—like survey data or targeted market research—would be beneficial.
[1] https://rb.ru/news/2017/05/22/vtb-predlozhil-bankovskie-kred “VTB Offers Bank Loans without Collateral” | 2 Russian banks’ websites including VTB Bank's: https://www.vtb.ru/ru/personal/product-card and details about various banks in the market as well as general interest in financial bonuses, digital services, and financial education.
- The increasing preference for VTB cards among younger generations could be due to the bank's focus on personal-finance products such as deposits, credit cards, and investment services, which make up the majority of their most sought-after products.
- In the context of broader Russian financial trends, banks like VTB are investing in digital convenience, attractive bonus schemes, and customer education—likely factors contributing to the rise of VTB cards among the younger demographic, particularly those under 30.
