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Synchrony’s Small Business Partners Target the Cost of a Missed Yes

September 01, 2026
ynchrony and Discount Tire
Auto Refinancing Volume Doubles as Fed Cuts Rates
Consumer Finance // June 28, 2026

The number of consumers who refinanced their auto loan in the first quarter nearly doubled compared to the same period two years earlier, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Wednesday (June 24). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Tricolor CEO Faces Life Sentence Over Subprime Lending Scheme
Legal & Regulation // December 17, 2025

Federal prosecutors are accusing four executives from defunct subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings of defrauding investors. 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...

Record Auto Delinquencies Have Subprime Lenders Worried
Consumer Finance // November 16, 2025

Record levels of late car payments is putting pressure on subprime auto lenders. 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 Today....

Amazon Autos Embeds Bank Financing Options
Amazon // October 07, 2025

Amazon Autos has added Chase, Santander and Wells Fargo to the lenders offering financing options on its automotive storefront. 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...

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Synchrony’s Small Business Partners Target the Cost of a Missed Yes

September 01, 2026
Watch more: Need to Know With Anita Chalkley of Synchrony and Chris Taylor of Discount Tire Service Centers  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 Today. By completing this form, you […]

Younger Borrowers Feel Strain as Card and Auto Loan Delinquencies Rise

February 06, 2024
The pressures of increased debt burdens are put in stark relief with the latest data from the central bank. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

1 in 5 Consumers Pay Auto Loans With Mobile Wallets

January 04, 2024
Mobile wallets have gained immense popularity among consumers, not only for making in-store purchases but also for their ability to manage finances and store sensitive personal information. Get the Full...

Nearly 40% of Credit Unions Offer Instant Access to Payday Loans

December 29, 2023
Credit unions (CUs) have long been a reliable source for credit products such as credit cards, mortgages, auto loans and personal loans. However, with the rise of non-bank and non-CU...

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Auto Refinancing Volume Doubles as Fed Cuts Rates

June 28, 2026
The number of consumers who refinanced their auto loan in the first quarter nearly doubled compared to the same period two years earlier, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Wednesday (June 24). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional […]

Tricolor CEO Faces Life Sentence Over Subprime Lending Scheme

December 17, 2025
Federal prosecutors are accusing four executives from defunct subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings of defrauding investors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Record Auto Delinquencies Have Subprime Lenders Worried

November 16, 2025
Record levels of late car payments is putting pressure on subprime auto lenders. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Amazon Autos Embeds Bank Financing Options

October 07, 2025
Amazon Autos has added Chase, Santander and Wells Fargo to the lenders offering financing options on its automotive storefront. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...