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For Small Businesses, Slow Money Is Expensive Money
Faster Payments // April 07, 2026

For many small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), financial health is not determined solely by total revenue, but by the precise timing of that revenue’s arrival. PYMNTS Intelligence research indicates that 39% of small businesses operate with less than one month of operating cash on hand,...

Instant Payments Security Counters Rising Fraud Concerns
Fraud Prevention // April 07, 2026

Fraud and financial crime are persistent pressures for businesses and financial institutions, forcing organizations to reconsider how they move money and how they defend funds that are in motion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

42% of CFOs Express Interest in Stablecoins as Payments Use Cases Grow
Blockchain // April 06, 2026

A growing number of CFOs are taking a closer look at stablecoins, as practical tools for moving money. 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...

Cash Beats Yields as Consumers Prioritize Access to Funds
Cash // April 03, 2026

The certainty that money is available when needed has become a defining concern for households. 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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6 in 10 Banks Turn to Payments Hubs to Speed Money Movement

April 07, 2026
Banks may find that the next phase of payments competition is less about adding new rails and more about making all rails feel like one smooth system. 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 […]

For Small Businesses, Slow Money Is Expensive Money

April 07, 2026
For many small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), financial health is not determined solely by total revenue, but by the precise timing of that revenue’s arrival. PYMNTS Intelligence research indicates that...

Instant Payments Security Counters Rising Fraud Concerns

April 07, 2026
Fraud and financial crime are persistent pressures for businesses and financial institutions, forcing organizations to reconsider how they move money and how they defend funds that are in motion. Get...

42% of CFOs Express Interest in Stablecoins as Payments Use Cases Grow

April 06, 2026
A growing number of CFOs are taking a closer look at stablecoins, as practical tools for moving money. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...