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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.

Kroger Credit Card Is Going Away: What Cardholders Lose

Kroger Credit Card Is Going Away: What Cardholders Lose

The Kroger Rewards Mastercard will soon check out of cardholders’ wallets for good, and those... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 8/5/2026

AI Favors $400-Plus Credit Cards Over Fee-Free Options

AI Favors $400-Plus Credit Cards Over Fee-Free Options

Ask an AI engine which credit card is best, and the answers may steer you toward some of the... Read More »

Lucy Lazarony • 8/4/2026

Discover Cardholders Move to Capital One: What to Know

Discover Cardholders Move to Capital One: What to Know

Discover cardholders are beginning their move to Capital One — but their Discover cards aren’t... Read More »

Lucy Lazarony • 7/30/2026

AmEx Says Its $895 Platinum Portfolio Is Fastest-Growing

AmEx Says Its $895 Platinum Portfolio Is Fastest-Growing

Based on its latest earnings report, the American Express Platinum Card revamp seems to be... Read More »

Lucy Lazarony • 7/28/2026

Robinhood Revamps $695 Card After Customer Feedback

Robinhood Revamps $695 Card After Customer Feedback

Financial services company Robinhood has begun rolling out a new credit card after revamping... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 7/24/2026

Why Credit Card Offers Are Getting Weirdly Specific to You

Why Credit Card Offers Are Getting Weirdly Specific to You

A credit card can be more than just a financial product. It can reflect something very... Read More »

Lucy Lazarony • 7/20/2026