consumer finances

Affirm CEO Says Interest Rate Cut Could Drive BNPL Usage

Affirm CEO Says Interest Rate Cut Could Drive BNPL Usage
Affirm CEO Says Interest Rate Cut Could Drive BNPL Usage
August 28, 2024  |  BNPL

As consumers navigate a challenging economic environment, they are increasingly adopting buy now, pay later (BNPL) options to manage their spending. Get the Full Story...

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Firstcard Expands Credit-Building Platform to More Consumers
Firstcard Expands Credit-Building Platform to More Consumers
August 08, 2024  |  Credit Cards

Credit-building platform Firstcard is expanding its focus from college students into new markets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Consumer Borrowing Rises Less Than Expected in June
Consumer Borrowing Rises Less Than Expected in June
August 07, 2024  |  Loans

Consumers’ total outstanding credit increased by $8.9 billion in June, with a rise in non-revolving credit partially offset by a decline in revolving credit. Get the...

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Banks Eye BNPL as Way to Reach Gen Z
Banks Eye BNPL as Way to Reach Gen Z
August 07, 2024  |  Buy Now Pay Later

As the financial landscape continues to evolve, traditional banks face an increasing challenge from digital-native FinTechs. The recent surge in buy now, pay later (BNPL)...

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The ‘Cautious Consumer’ Emerges as Sentiment and Savings Take a Hit
The ‘Cautious Consumer’ Emerges as Sentiment and Savings Take a Hit
August 02, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

It’s commonplace to refer to the U.S. consumer as the engine that drives the country’s economy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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GDP Report Mixes Economic Growth With Slower Pace of Consumer Spending
GDP Report Mixes Economic Growth With Slower Pace of Consumer Spending
July 25, 2024  |  Economy

The newest reading on gross domestic product (GDP) — for the second quarter, only a few weeks in the books — shows a quickening pace...

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Truist Says Digital Onboarding Key to 42% Deposit Growth 
Truist Says Digital Onboarding Key to 42% Deposit Growth 
July 22, 2024  |  Earnings

Across today’s banking landscape, the phrase “higher for longer” isn’t just being applied to interest rate commentary. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Chinese Consumers Remain Cautious, Investing Instead of Spending
Chinese Consumers Remain Cautious, Investing Instead of Spending
July 19, 2024  |  Consumer Finance

Chinese consumers are reportedly choosing to repay debt and buy wealth management products, despite government efforts to get them to spend. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Big-Ticket Retail Sales Take Hit in June
Big-Ticket Retail Sales Take Hit in June
July 16, 2024  |  Consumer Finance

A flat June reading for retail sales can be a tossup in terms of getting a sense of how the consumer is faring. Get the...

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