Emergency Expenses news and trends

35% of Consumers Regularly Face Hundreds in Unplanned Expenses
Consumer Insights // June 24, 2025

Recent research reveals that a significant portion of consumers regularly face substantial unplanned expenses, reshaping how financial institutions must approach credit offerings and consumer flexibility. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Walking the Pocketbook Tightrope: How Consumers Are Balancing Uncertainty and Spending
Consumer Insights // April 02, 2025

When economic winds shift, so do consumer spending habits. But not always in expected ways. 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,...

65% of Low-Income Earners Have Less Than $500 on Hand for Medical Emergencies
Healthcare Financing // May 07, 2024

More than 6 in 10 U.S. consumers who earn below $50,000 annually have less than $500 on hand for medical emergencies — and they are nearly twice as likely than the average American to be in poor health.  Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Why Unexpected Expenses Are Especially Harmful for the Credit-Marginalized 
Consumer Finance // April 24, 2024

Unexpected expenses can pack a financial punch for any consumer, but for those who are already dealing with credit-related issues, the blow can be especially devastating.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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35% of Consumers Regularly Face Hundreds in Unplanned Expenses

June 24, 2025
Recent research reveals that a significant portion of consumers regularly face substantial unplanned expenses, reshaping how financial institutions must approach credit offerings and consumer flexibility. 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, […]

Walking the Pocketbook Tightrope: How Consumers Are Balancing Uncertainty and Spending

April 02, 2025
When economic winds shift, so do consumer spending habits. But not always in expected ways. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Why Unexpected Expenses Are Especially Harmful for the Credit-Marginalized 

April 24, 2024
Unexpected expenses can pack a financial punch for any consumer, but for those who are already dealing with credit-related issues, the blow can be especially devastating.  Get the Full Story...

Consumers Deplete Two-Thirds of Their Savings Every Four Years

October 30, 2023
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Radcred Intros Loan Platform as Emergency Costs Crunch Consumers

June 25, 2025
Radcred has introduced a platform to meet a “rising demand for online payday loans.” 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 […]