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Faster Payments
97% of Creative Agencies Say Late Payments Slow Growth
November 04, 2025

For years, companies have looked to virtual cards to trim payment delays and prevent fraud. But 2025’s data shows something deeper: virtual cards are no longer just about faster settlements. They’re becoming a cornerstone of trust between buyers and suppliers navigating cash-flow uncertainty. Get the...

Retail
Simon Says Holidays Will Be Tariff Testing Ground for Luxury Retail
November 03, 2025

It’s a challenging operating and macro environment for retailers. And perhaps no one knows that better than the real estate firm Simon, which owns and invests primarily in shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

eCommerce
ThredUp Is ‘Cautious’ on State of the Consumer
November 03, 2025

The resale platform ThredUp reported its strongest year-over-year growth in nearly four years, buoyed by record new customer acquisition and higher engagement from existing buyers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

International
EU Banks Increase Their Dependence on American Dollars
November 03, 2025

European banks have increased their dependence on United States dollars, according to a report issued Monday (Nov. 3) by the European Banking Authority. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Delivery
Grocers Agree to Waive SNAP Recipients’ DoorDash Delivery Fees
November 02, 2025

Several grocery chains have joined DoorDash’s effort to help SNAP recipients amid the government shutdown. 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,...

Banking
Court Backs Fed’s Power to Block FinTech Access to Payment Rails
October 31, 2025

Access to the Federal Reserve’s payment rails has long been coveted by FinTechs and non-traditional financial institutions seeking a direct link into the heart of the U.S. banking system. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Delivery
Uber Eats Offers Restaurant Ordering to Kroger Shoppers
October 30, 2025

Kroger is teaming with Uber to let its grocery shoppers order restaurant meal deliveries. 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, PYMNTS...

B2B Payments
It’s Contract Renewal Season, Are Your B2B Payment Strategies Ready?
October 30, 2025

As the days tick toward 2026, the corridors of procurement and finance departments hum with a familiar rhythm. It’s the last quarter of the year. It’s contract renewal season. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Latin America
Ant Invests in R2 to Boost LatAm Embedded Lending
October 30, 2025

Payments FinTech Ant International is investing in Latin American embedded lending infrastructure company R2. 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, PYMNTS...