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35% of Consumers Regularly Face Hundreds in Unplanned Expenses

June 24, 2025

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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, […]

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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Consumers Face Financial Crunch From Rising Emergency Expense Costs

June 26, 2023
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