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Colorado Governor Receives Bill to Outlaw Swipe Fees on Sales Tax
Credit Cards // May 07, 2026

If Colorado’s governor signs a bill that’s now on his desk, the state will prohibit payment card networks from charging an interchange fee, or “swipe fee,” on the sales tax portion of a debit card or credit card transaction. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Who Is the Subprime Consumer?
Consumer Insights // May 07, 2026

Subprime consumers are often viewed through a narrow credit-risk lens. PYMNTS Intelligence’s “Who Is the Subprime Consumer? A Behavioral Profile” shows a different picture: a large, steady and measurable part of the U.S. consumer economy that is changing how it uses credit, installment products and...

Marqeta’s Debit Roots Give Way to Credit and BNPL Push
Earnings // May 05, 2026

As embedded finance providers race to move beyond standalone debit cards, Marqeta’s latest earnings on May 5 showed how card issuing platforms are being asked to support a broader mix of lending, buy now, pay later (BNPL) and credit-building products on a global scale. Get...

Can CFOs Ace the B2B Card Payments Math Problem?
B2B Payments // May 05, 2026

Digital transformation has evolved what were once tactical, back-office workflows into strategic levers. 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....

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Revolving Credit Rates Rise as Everyday Expenses Pinch Consumers

May 07, 2026
Americans are again leaning more heavily on credit cards to finance everyday life. 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 […]

Who Is the Subprime Consumer?

May 07, 2026
Subprime consumers are often viewed through a narrow credit-risk lens. PYMNTS Intelligence’s “Who Is the Subprime Consumer? A Behavioral Profile” shows a different picture: a large, steady and measurable part...

46% of SMBs Would Pay for More Payment Control

May 04, 2026
Small businesses may be more ready for payment change than their habits suggest. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Frontline Workers Shift From Getting Ahead to Getting By

May 01, 2026
Historically, payments have been an activity-based business. Revenues are tied to transaction volume, interchange fees and, to some extent, the float generated by holding funds in transit. Get the Full...

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Colorado Governor Receives Bill to Outlaw Swipe Fees on Sales Tax

May 07, 2026
If Colorado’s governor signs a bill that’s now on his desk, the state will prohibit payment card networks from charging an interchange fee, or “swipe fee,” on the sales tax portion of a debit card or credit card transaction. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access […]

Sen. Warren Pushes Bank Regulators to Enforce Trump’s Rate Cap

April 28, 2026
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., wrote a letter to bank regulators asking if they plan to enforce a temporary 10% cap on credit card interest rates that President Donald Trump called for...

Colorado Senate Advances Bill to Axe Swipe Fees on Taxes

April 28, 2026
A Colorado bill that would prohibit payment card networks from charging an interchange fee on the sales tax portion of a debit card or credit card transaction is headed to...

Retailers Object to $200 Billion Visa-Mastercard Swipe Fee Settlement 

April 28, 2026
Retail groups are reportedly fighting a proposed $200 billion antitrust settlement against Visa and Mastercard. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...