Credit Cards news and trends

Chase Lets Cardholders Invest Reward Points With JPMorgan
Credit Cards // September 16, 2026

Chase has announced an investment-focused expansion of its Ultimate Rewards card program. 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...

Gen Z Makes Credit Card Switching a Social Contest
Credit Cards // September 15, 2026

For Generation Z, the search for a new credit card is extending beyond bank websites, comparison sites and direct mail into social feeds, where influencers are becoming another source of information about which cards are worth considering. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Where Credit Union Cards Can Win More Spending
Credit Unions // September 15, 2026

Credit unions have a challenge that is more specific than simply getting members to use their cards more often. 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...

Mastercard Sees Digital Wallet Users Exceeding 6 Billion by 2030
Mastercard // September 10, 2026

By 2030, more than 6 billion people could be using digital wallets. 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...

Interviews & Exclusives
Card Installment Use Jumps 13 Percentage Points as BNPL Holds Steady

September 18, 2026
Credit card installment plans are turning the biggest promise of buy now, pay later (BNPL) into an advantage for the card industry. 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 […]

Gen Z Makes Credit Card Switching a Social Contest

September 15, 2026
For Generation Z, the search for a new credit card is extending beyond bank websites, comparison sites and direct mail into social feeds, where influencers are becoming another source of...

Where Credit Union Cards Can Win More Spending

September 15, 2026
Credit unions have a challenge that is more specific than simply getting members to use their cards more often. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Credit Union Card Loyalty Pays Off in Deposits

September 03, 2026
Credit unions typically treat card usage as a payment metric. More transactions produce more interchange revenue, more engagement and a greater return on the cost of issuing the card. Get...

Quick Reads
Chase Lets Cardholders Invest Reward Points With JPMorgan

September 16, 2026
Chase has announced an investment-focused expansion of its Ultimate Rewards card program. 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 agree to receive marketing communications from PYMNTS […]

Mastercard Sees Digital Wallet Users Exceeding 6 Billion by 2030

September 10, 2026
By 2030, more than 6 billion people could be using digital wallets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Marqeta Turns to BVNK for Stablecoin-Backed Card Capabilities

September 09, 2026
Card issuing platform provider Marqeta has launched a partnership with stablecoin infrastructure company BVNK. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Fifth Third Introduces Debt Consolidation Card

September 01, 2026
Fifth Third has launched of a new credit aimed at consumers seeking to reduce interest costs and consolidate higher-rate debt. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...