The convenience of one-click purchases and “buy now, pay later” loans is making it easier for people to shop — and shop and shop — during the holidays.
Category: Credit Cards
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Why Gen Z Has a Hard Time Building Credit
Roadblocks for today’s young adults include fewer entry-level jobs, rising debt and increasing reliance on debit cards or “buy now, pay later” loans.
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Delta and United Are Leaving Other Airlines Behind
Delta Air Lines and United Airlines have accounted for most of the industry’s profits since 2022. Their appeal to wealthy travelers could become a liability if the economy weakens.
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How Churners Earn Money By Regularly Signing Up for Credit Cards
A growing number of Americans are making thousands by exploiting credit card reward offers.
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How ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ Built a New Culture of Consumption
‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ built a delirious new culture of consumption — and trapped users in a vortex of debt.
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With Amex’s Platinum Refresh, an Even More Exclusive Card Emerges
The card, which will cost $895 a year, leans even further into lifestyle and travel benefits that are attractive to younger generations.
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What the Fed’s Rate Decision Means for Loans, Credit Cards, Mortgages and More
Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.
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Why Frequent Flier Programs Have Become Essential to Many Airlines
The biggest U.S. airlines make billions of dollars from their loyalty programs and branded credit cards, which some analysts believe are now essential to the businesses.
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$800 for a Credit Card? Why Your Premium Cards Will Cost More.
Credit card companies and airlines are in a race for customers who spend the most money — and that is making it harder for many other customers to score deals and perks.
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How Citi’s Strata Elite Travel Card Compares to Amex and Chase
When it launched its Strata Elite card, Citi entered the high-end market for travel rewards cards. Here’s how it compares with its top competitors.
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What the Fed’s Rate Decision Means for Loans, Credit Cards, Mortgages and More
Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.
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Airport Food Hits a New Height of Luxury
In pursuit of well-heeled fliers, airlines and credit card companies are stocking their elite lounges with caviar, sushi bars and big-name chefs.