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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.

Shell Launches 4% Rewards Card as Fuel Prices Surge

Shell Launches 4% Rewards Card as Fuel Prices Surge

Shell announced a new credit card this week that gives drivers some relief from rising gas... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 5/22/2026

Why This Country Is Letting 12-Year-Olds Get Credit Cards

Why This Country Is Letting 12-Year-Olds Get Credit Cards

A credit card report out of South Korea this week is likely to bring smiles to the faces of... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 5/8/2026

This Week in Credit Cards: Warren Pushes Card Rate Cap

This Week in Credit Cards: Warren Pushes Card Rate Cap

More than three months after President Donald Trump called for a 10% cap on credit card... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 5/1/2026

ChatGPT Is Changing How People Pick Credit Cards

ChatGPT Is Changing How People Pick Credit Cards

The 2026 CardCon conference recently wrapped up following three days of networking and... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 4/29/2026

Opinion: Hidden Crisis Behind 'Normal' Card Debt Levels

Opinion: Hidden Crisis Behind 'Normal' Card Debt Levels

Look at the nation’s credit card balances, and it can be hard to know exactly what to think. On... Read More »

Chris Taylor • 4/13/2026

Industry Insiders Descend on the Desert for CardCon 2026

Industry Insiders Descend on the Desert for CardCon 2026

Leaders from the credit card and payments arenas, as well as financial marketing professionals... Read More »

Andrew Allen • 4/7/2026