# Superhero Money Savers The Bust Bank Lets You Amass Currency in Marvel Characters By Jason Soy | Published 2011-08-30 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bust-bank References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/08/28/superhero-bust-banks/) & [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/tag/bust) Sure, you'll have to initially spend money on the Bust Bank in order to attain it, but afterwards, these [Marvel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros) superhero-inspired [piggy banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-piggy-bank) are sure to save you from the grief of not having any money at all. Extremely detailed and highly dynamic-looking, these [action figure-like](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraman-figure) currency savers are a welcomed addition to the world of geek merchandise. What other awesome toy do you know also deters people from reckless spending? The Bust Bank comes courtesy of Neatoshop and currently feature five familiar superhero faces: Wolverine, Iron Man, The Hulk, Captain America and Spider-Man. **Implications** - The popularity of superheroes this past decade has largely been because of their ability to represent positive ideals and inspire hope and change among consumers. Corporations may consider using superhero-like figures in their promotional campaigns in order to evoke a similar pathos. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Superhero Merchandise:** There is a growing demand for superhero-inspired products, creating opportunities for businesses to market and sell related merchandise. - **Geek Culture:** The popularity of geek culture presents opportunities for businesses to tap into this niche market and develop products that cater to the interests of geek enthusiasts. - **Promotional Campaigns:** Incorporating superhero-like figures in promotional campaigns can help businesses connect with consumers on an emotional level and enhance brand appeal. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy and Collectibles:** The toy and collectibles industry can capitalize on the demand for superhero-inspired merchandise by creating action figures, piggy banks, and other related products. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore partnerships with superhero franchises to develop merchandise tie-ins, collectible items, and promotional campaigns. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising agencies can leverage the popularity of superheroes to create impactful and emotionally resonant campaigns that appeal to a wide audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Kids' Money Management Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/financial-awareness.md) - [Digital Currency Piggy Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-piggy-bank-concept.md) - [Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-helmet.md) - [Comic-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains.md) - [Kintsugi-Inspired Piggy Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penny-piggy-bank.md) - [Hero-Inspired Armored Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulkbuster.md) - [Comic-Inspired Soda Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-heroes.md) - [Cooling Superhero Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvels-avengers-12count-assorted-tray.md)