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Why Wealthy Travelers Can Be Denied U.S. Credit Cards
Adam West

Why Wealthy Travelers Can Be Denied U.S. Credit Cards

By: Adam West

Even consumers with millions of dollars in assets can become “credit invisible” when they move to the United States. That’s the problem Karta says it’s... Read More »

Samsung’s New Galaxy Card Takes Aim at Apple With 3% Back
Andrew Allen

Samsung’s Galaxy Card Takes Aim at Apple With 3% Back

By: Andrew Allen

Samsung is taking its rivalry with Apple beyond smartphones and into another arena: credit cards. This week, Samsung Electronics America announced its... Read More »

Why Credit Card Offers Are Getting Weirdly Specific to You
Lucy Lazarony

Why Credit Card Offers Are Getting Weirdly Specific to You

By: Lucy Lazarony

A credit card can be more than just a financial product. It can reflect something very specific about the cardholder. Credit card issuers are using product... Read More »

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This Week in Credit Cards: Sanders Says Trump Lied About 10% Credit Card Rate Cap
Andrew Allen

Sanders Says Trump Lied About 10% Rate Cap on Cards

By: Andrew Allen

Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) is calling out President Donald Trump over his unfulfilled proposal to cap credit card interest rates. “Trump promised to cap... Read More »

USAA Launches 3 Credit Cards With Up to 5% Cash Back
Andrew Allen

USAA Launches 3 Credit Cards With Up to 5% Cash Back

By: Andrew Allen

Every trip to the grocery store or gas station is taking a bigger bite out of consumers’ budgets in 2026. The average prices of some common goods... Read More »

Why Grocery Bills Can Keep Costing You Months Later
Andrew Allen

Why Grocery Bills Can Keep Costing You Months Later

By: Andrew Allen

For decades, credit cards have made shopping and managing finances easier for consumers. But some people now rely on their cards for more than convenience... Read More »

Is Your Credit Card Balance Higher Than the New Average?
Lucy Lazarony

Is Your Credit Card Balance Higher Than the New Average?

By: Lucy Lazarony

Wondering how your credit card balance compares with those of other Americans? Here’s a look at the average credit card debt nationwide and by generation... Read More »

Klarna Wants to Turn BNPL Users Into Banking Customers
Lucy Lazarony

Klarna Wants to Turn BNPL Users Into Banking Customers

By: Lucy Lazarony

Klarna built its U.S. business by letting shoppers pay later. Now it wants to become the bank those shoppers use every day. On July 6, major buy now, pay... Read More »

This Week in Credit Cards: CFPB May Revisit Credit Card Late Fees in New Review
Andrew Allen

CFPB May Revisit Credit Card Late Fees in New Review

By: Andrew Allen

Credit card late fees may be returning to the CFPB’s agenda. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has taken an early step toward reconsidering how... Read More »

Banks Explore Debit Network Deal That Could Raise Fees
Andrew Allen

Banks Explore Debit Network Deal That Could Raise Fees

By: Andrew Allen

Debit cards have long been the no-frills alternative to credit cards. But a potential deal involving some of the country’s biggest banks could make debit a... Read More »

Why Credit Card Lounges Are Moving Beyond Airports
Andrew Allen

Why Credit Card Lounges Are Moving Beyond Airports

By: Andrew Allen

Credit card companies are taking the airport lounge far beyond the terminal. American Express, Chase, and other premium card issuers are increasingly using... Read More »

Luxury Cardholders Want More Than Points From Premium Cards
Andrew Allen

Luxury Cardholders Are Looking for More Than Points

By: Andrew Allen

Premium card rewards have long been measured in points, miles, and cash value. But Atlas is betting that some luxury cardholders want something harder to... Read More »

Bitcoin’s Price Drop Comes With a Credit Card Warning
Lucy Lazarony

Bitcoin’s Price Drop Comes With a Credit Card Warning

By: Lucy Lazarony

Bitcoin’s steep price drop may tempt bargain hunters, but using a credit card to buy the dip can quickly turn a risky trade into an expensive one. That’s... Read More »

This Week in Credit Cards: Visa Aims to Turn Smartphones Into Payment Terminals
Andrew Allen

Visa Aims to Turn Smartphones Into Payment Terminals

By: Andrew Allen

A smartphone may soon be the only payment terminal some small businesses need. Visa announced new capabilities this week aimed at helping small businesses... Read More »

Airport Lounges Are Crowded. American Airlines Has a New Fix
Andrew Allen

Airport Lounges Are Crowded, But American Has a New Fix

By: Andrew Allen

Airport lounges have become crowded enough that airlines are building new models for cardholders who don’t have time for a traditional sit-down experience... Read More »

Chase Sapphire Adds Apple Perks to Woo Cardholders
Lucy Lazarony

Chase Sapphire Adds Apple Perks to Woo Cardholders

By: Lucy Lazarony

Streaming entertainment services are the latest hook for credit card issuers looking to reel in and keep customers. Just look at the latest offers from... Read More »

Visa Moves Beyond Payments With New Travel Platform
Andrew Allen

Visa Launches a New Way to Discover Travel Experiences

By: Andrew Allen

Visa wants to be part of your vacation before you ever swipe, tap, or insert your card. The payments giant has launched Visa Destinations, a mobile-first... Read More »

Chase Business Card Offers 200K Points to Big Spenders
Lucy Lazarony

Chase Business Card Offers 200K Points to Big Spenders

By: Lucy Lazarony

Chase is making a big play for business owners who spend heavily on travel, advertising, and everyday expenses: 200,000 bonus points. The card is the Chase... Read More »

This Week in Credit Cards: Chase Freedom Reveals New 5% Cash Back Categories
Andrew Allen

Chase Freedom Reveals New 5% Cash Back Categories

By: Andrew Allen

Summer travel season is ramping up, and card issuers are rolling out fresh ways for consumers to earn more on their spend — from Chase’s new quarterly... Read More »

This New Credit Card Gives Users a Shot at 100% Cash Back
Andrew Allen

This New Card Gives Users a Shot at 100% Cash Back

By: Andrew Allen

Fintech rewards company Coverd has launched a new credit card that brings gamification to card rewards. Coverd says the card is the first credit card that... Read More »

Wyndham Enters the Premium Card Arena With a 120K-Point Bonus
Lucy Lazarony

Wyndham Launches Premium Card With 120K-Point Bonus

By: Lucy Lazarony

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is giving its credit card portfolio a makeover. The hotel’s four-card portfolio in partnership with Barclays is reshaping how... Read More »

Income Drives a Growing Split in Credit Card Rewards and Credit Use
Andrew Allen

Credit Card Users Split by Income on Rewards and Credit

By: Andrew Allen

Many people in the U.S. may think they have a solid grasp on the benefits of using a credit card. After all, Americans are bombarded with credit card... Read More »

Airport Lounge Boom Continues With New Opening in Portland
Lucy Lazarony

Lounge Boom Continues With New Opening in Portland

By: Lucy Lazarony

Airport lounges are in demand and Alaska Airlines is opening a new one at Portland International Airport. The move comes as airport lounge access continues... Read More »

Klarna Expands Retail Footprint With Ulta Beauty Deal
Lucy Lazarony

Klarna Expands Retail Footprint With Ulta Beauty

By: Lucy Lazarony

Beauty product shoppers can now pay over time for their cosmetics and other purchases. Klarna, a major Buy Now, Pay Later provider, has partnered with Ulta... Read More »

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