Consumer Finance

Consumer financing is when a business offers financing to their customers with help from a professional finance company. This allows the consumer to pay for a good or service they couldn't pay for up front in cash or credit card. Consumer finance is helpful for both businesses and consumers
Consumer Finance
Negative Equity Among Car Owners Reaches Pre-COVID Rates
December 17, 2023

An increasing number of drivers reportedly owe more on their loans than their cars are worth. 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 our daily...

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Trial Attorney Rogge Dunn Targets Lenders With Class-Action Lawsuits
December 13, 2023

Trial attorney Rogge Dunn has filed two class-action lawsuits against lenders alleging violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act, negligent misrepresentation and gross negligence against Texas homeowners. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Nearly 2 in 5 Consumers Are Tipping Less Due to Dwindling Personal Finances
December 08, 2023

A recent report by PYMNTS Intelligence has shed light on a growing trend among consumers — they are tipping less this year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Gen Z Alone in Reporting Improved Finances This Year
December 08, 2023

The unemployment rate is at pre-pandemic levels and inflation has dropped from 9.1% in July 2022 to 3.2% in October 2023, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Yet 38% of all consumers say they are worse off than last year, and 62% are very...

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Credit Growth Slows but Consumers Still Turn to Cards for Spending Power
December 08, 2023

Higher rates are proving to be headwind to borrowing, per the Federal Reserve’s latest stats. 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 our daily newsletter,...

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Grocery Shoppers’ Budget Strategies May Outlast Inflation
December 08, 2023

When household finances are tight, consumers use various strategies to manage their budgets and make ends meet. This behavior applies to every spending category, from clothing to travel, but especially to essentials like groceries. After two years of persistent inflation, a more cost-conscious U.S. consumer...

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Credit Card Usage 20% Higher Among Indulgent Shoppers
December 05, 2023

As people build up their savings, they tend to loosen the reins on their spending habits. In fact, it appears that a higher savings balance often acts as a green light for consumers to indulge in purchases that fall into the category of “nice-to-haves” rather...

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FTC Launches Claims Process for False Credit Karma ‘Preapprovals’
December 05, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says it wants to help consumers hurt by misleading “preapproval” Credit Karma offers. 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...

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Nearly 70% of Gen X Incur Overdraft Fees for Attempting Transactions With Insufficient Funds 
December 04, 2023

As the economic and financial imbalances caused by the pandemic persist, access to credit has become vital for covering short-term financial needs, purchasing goods and services, and paying bills.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...