By the 1920s, cars and telephones had changed how people connected. Young adults could travel on their own and make plans without meeting in person. It felt revolutionary to their parents, but they were still doing what people had always done. They met friends, went...
Consumer credit presents a challenge for financial institutions, as new research reveals revenue and customer relationships at stake when preferred payment methods become unavailable. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
The global payment landscape is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation, with the widespread adoption of mobile wallets hinging less on technological availability and more on a nuanced understanding of consumer behavior and underlying motivations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...
A new report from PYMNTS Intelligence reveals a nuanced landscape of consumer shopping and payment habits, challenging some long-held assumptions about generational digital divides and highlighting the distinct influences of shopping channels on consumer choice. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...
Social media influencers captivate audiences and drive purchases for more than half of consumers in the United States. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...
Global trade policy, long an abstract debate, now directly impacts the pocketbooks and grocery carts of consumers in the United States. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...
The back-to-the-office movement is proving to be a powerful catalyst for significant shifts in consumer purchasing behavior, impacting everything from daily meal choices to long-term spending patterns. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
A recent report challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding online shopping, revealing that the digital divide among age groups is narrowing, with older generations engaging in eCommerce at rates comparable to their younger counterparts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...
Generation Z is rewriting the rules of engagement for the financial services sector. Full stop. As the first true digital natives, their expectations, spending patterns and banking preferences are shaping the future of payments, credit and commerce. Drawing on PYMNTS Intelligence research from 2025, as...
