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General Credit Cards

Explore general credit card information, comparisons, card details, choosing tips, pros and cons, basics, and customer service insights for smart financial decisions.

Explore the world of general credit cards with our comprehensive resources. Whether you’re comparing options, seeking specific card details, or navigating customer service, you’ll find valuable insights here. Discover tips for choosing the right card, understand the pros and cons, and learn how to effectively communicate with issuers. Dive into articles, FAQs, and research to make informed credit card decisions that suit your financial needs.

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Studies

Explore research on general credit cards to make informed choices. These studies cover debt, credit scores, and more, offering insights into selecting the right card, understanding pros and cons, and navigating customer service effectively.

20 Must-Know Credit Card Minimum Payment Statistics

By: Zina Kumok • 9/16/2026

When you have a credit card bill, you often see several figures, including the statement balance, the minimum payment, and the current APR. Those are all... Read More »

Nearly 60% of Gen Z Wants Credit Card Companies to Go Green

By: Lynn Cadet • 6/30/2025

Younger Americans are sending credit card companies a message: Go green, or get left behind. A new CardRates.com survey reveals that nearly 6 in 10 Gen Z... Read More »

Twice as Many Consumers Support the Capital One–Discover Merger Than Oppose It

By: Lynn Cadet • 6/10/2025

Capital One finalized its long-awaited $35.3 billion acquisition of Discover on May 18, 2025, and now controls the largest share of the credit card issuing... Read More »

Study: 2 in 3 Millennials Hate Credit Cards

By: Alexandra Leslie • 11/26/2014

Credit cards may be one of the best ways to build credit, but a new survey commissioned by Bankrate found the majority of one generation wants nothing to... Read More »

Industry News

Stay informed on the latest industry news about general credit cards, from regulatory updates and market trends to company announcements. Understanding these developments is crucial for grasping the broader financial landscape and strategic shifts.

Opinion: Competition Should Keep Card Issuers Honest

Opinion: Competition Should Keep Card Issuers Honest

My plea to U.S. consumers: Please don’t panic. If the Trump administration is successful in... Read More »

Erica Sandberg • 2/24/2025

No Buy 2025 Could Alter Credit Card Issuer Strategies

No Buy 2025 Could Alter Credit Card Issuer Strategies

A social media trend known as No Buy 2025 has made headlines for encouraging consumers to rein... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 2/12/2025

Citi Sticks by its Support of Hybrid Work Schedules

Citi Sticks by its Support of Hybrid Work Schedules

Citigroup will continue to follow a hybrid work schedule that allows employees to work from... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 2/11/2025

Capital One and Discover Merger Appears Likely

Capital One and Discover Merger Appears Likely

Capital One and Discover, two behemoths in the credit card industry, may soon be joining forces... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 1/30/2025

Cardholders Can Help No More Secrets End Period Poverty

Cardholders Can Help No More Secrets End Period Poverty

Women lacking access to feminine hygiene products may not know where to seek assistance. No... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 4/11/2024

Cardholders Help Provide Basic Incomes Through GiveDirectly

Cardholders Help Provide Basic Incomes Through GiveDirectly

The question for cardholders contemplating charitable support for an antipoverty initiative is... Read More »

Mike Senecal • 3/13/2024