Late Payments news and trends

Checks Drain $39,000 From Small Businesses Each Year

December 05, 2025
97% of Creative Agencies Say Late Payments Slow Growth
Faster Payments // November 04, 2025

For years, companies have looked to virtual cards to trim payment delays and prevent fraud. But 2025’s data shows something deeper: virtual cards are no longer just about faster settlements. They’re becoming a cornerstone of trust between buyers and suppliers navigating cash-flow uncertainty. Get the...

83% of Small Healthcare Providers Use Instant Payments
Healthcare // August 19, 2025

The rise of real-time payments is revolutionizing the patient experience in healthcare, mirroring consumers’ demands for seamless digital interactions across their daily lives. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Supplier Enablement Programs Accelerate Virtual Card Use
B2B Payments // June 12, 2025

The B2B payments landscape has long been characterized by competing interests, with buyers seeking to extend payment terms while suppliers push for prompt remittance. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Borrower Credit Scores Plunge Following Student Loan Delinquencies
Consumer Finance // May 25, 2025

Millions of borrowers have reportedly seen their credit scores plummet because of delinquent student 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,...

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Checks Drain $39,000 From Small Businesses Each Year

December 05, 2025
Companies may be chasing automation, but late payments and cash flow strain are pushing a deeper shift in how finance teams think about modern payables. 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, […]

97% of Creative Agencies Say Late Payments Slow Growth

November 04, 2025
For years, companies have looked to virtual cards to trim payment delays and prevent fraud. But 2025’s data shows something deeper: virtual cards are no longer just about faster settlements....

83% of Small Healthcare Providers Use Instant Payments

August 19, 2025
The rise of real-time payments is revolutionizing the patient experience in healthcare, mirroring consumers’ demands for seamless digital interactions across their daily lives. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Supplier Enablement Programs Accelerate Virtual Card Use

June 12, 2025
The B2B payments landscape has long been characterized by competing interests, with buyers seeking to extend payment terms while suppliers push for prompt remittance. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Borrower Credit Scores Plunge Following Student Loan Delinquencies

May 25, 2025
Millions of borrowers have reportedly seen their credit scores plummet because of delinquent student 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 […]

EarnIn Debuts Early Pay For Faster Paycheck Access

March 18, 2025
EarnIn has debuted a product that lets users access their paychecks two days early. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Late Car Payments Hit Highest Rate in More Than 30 Years

March 06, 2025
American consumers are missing monthly car payments at the highest rate since 1994. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Late Student Loan Borrowers Face 129-Point Credit History Hit

February 27, 2025
There’s a new source of stress facing America’s already-stressed student loan borrowers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...