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Klarna’s Google Court Win Could Give Its BNPL Story a Needed Cash Catalyst

A Swedish court ordered Alphabet to pay $1.97 billion to Klarna's PriceRunner unit, representing roughly 25% of Klarna's market cap and its largest non-dilutive capital event.

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Buy Now, Pay Later Gets Regulated: New Rules Require Licensing, Disclosures and Fee Limits

Buy Now, Pay Later has become one of the fastest checkout buttons on the internet, but big changes have arrived. New York has stepped in with new rules that reshape how these services operate, bringing licensing requirements, stronger disclosures, and limits on fees. The goal focuses on adding structure to…

The Free Financial Advisor

What you need to know about major new Buy Now Pay Later rule changes

BNPL lenders such as Klarna and Clearpay will fall under the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) regulation for the first time

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Morgan Stanley Just Downgraded Affirm Stock. Here's Why.

Affirm stock sinks as Morgan Stanley downgrades it to "Equal Weight." Here’s why the bank is recommending stepping to the sidelines in AFRM shares.

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BNPL Traps Families Should Watch Before Splitting Summer Purchases Into Four Payments

Summer has a way of convincing families that every purchase feels necessary. A new patio set, back-to-school supplies, vacation expenses, sports equipment, and outdoor gadgets can quickly pile up. When a Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) option appears at checkout with four seemingly painless payments, the offer often feels like…

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Microsoft is gearing up to let you spread the cost of Xbox purchases — partnering with Klarna and PayPal

Microsoft is exploring ways to help Xbox customers manage the cost of living crisis, adding the ability to split costs in over weeks or even monthly instalment payments "interest free."

Windows Central

Banks tighten buy now, pay later rules

Krungthai Bank (KTB) and Kasikornbank (KBank) are scrutinising their buy now, pay later (BNPL) services and adjusting their business strategies to align with stricter regulatory oversight.

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The Careful Consumer: What Q1 Earnings Reveal—And Where Cracks May Appear

Retail earnings from Walmart, Home Depot, and TJX reveal a cautious consumer facing inflation, debt pressure, and economic uncertainty

MarketBeat

Affirm's Google Deal Aims for Your Wallet

Affirm's landmark deal with Google seamlessly integrates its popular buy-now-pay-later financing options directly into the vast Google Pay platform.

MarketBeat

9 Payment Trends Shaping Consumer Rights in 2026

In 2026, nearly 70 percent of shoppers say they’re confused about their payment rights, especially when transactions move instantly.

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As PayPal Plans to Make Venmo a Standalone Business Unit, Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold PYPL Stock?

PayPal's Venmo will have new leadership as the payments major looks to unlock value.

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Morgan Stanley Says You Should Buy Affirm Stock Now

The global leader in financial services signals growing confidence in Affirm Holdings, as improving trends and easing concerns support its outlook.

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A third of buy-now pay-later customers are using it to cover groceries in latest worrisome economic sign

The trend is even stronger among younger consumers, with 38 percent of Gen Z users saying they’ve used BNPL to buy food

The Independent UK

Expert tips on borrowing cash, from everyday spending to £20k loans

There are many options, from cards to buy now, pay later. We find out the best – and the effect on your credit score

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Reality bites as Gen X defers cost of living

As fuel costs soar, more consumers are choosing to buy now and pay later - and the biggest spenders may come as a surprise.

International Business Times

Licensed Fintech Companies to Watch in 2026

This selection features rapidly developing companies that are already using licenses as a growth tool and setting the direction for the entire industry.

MarketBeat

Affirm: A Solid Footing or More Volatility Ahead?

Affirm stock is gaining attention as the buy-now-pay-later lender shows growth and improving profitability, but risks remain in credit quality and competition.

The Free Financial Advisor

7 Questions to Ask Before Using Buy Now, Pay Later

Buy Now, Pay Later has exploded across online shopping like wildfire. It promises instant gratification without the sting of immediate payment, making checkout feel like a cheat code for adulting. But the convenience comes with strings attached, and ignoring them can turn a fun shopping hack into a financial headache…

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7 Reasons Why Many “Buy Now, Pay Later” Users Are Actually Paying With Debit Cards

Buy Now, Pay Later promised freedom from credit cards. Instead, it quietly turned debit cards into the engine behind the entire system. That twist surprises a lot of people. Many assume BNPL platforms revolve around credit lines and revolving balances. In reality, a large share of users connect debit cards…

The Guardian - UK

Buy now, pay later: how to use it without getting into risky debt

BNPL can be a fee-free way to manage cashflow for an essential purchase but keep track of the payment schedule

MarketBeat

3 of the Most Highly Anticipated IPOs of 2026

As OpenAI and SpaceX position to go public, the most anticipated IPOs of 2026 could end up belonging to Anthropic, Discord, and Plaid.

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Klarna Stock Is Deeply Oversold After Ugly Earnings Plunge. Should You Buy the Dip in KLAR Here?

Klarna stock crashes on muted Q4 earnings and disappointing future guidance. Here’s why KLAR shares aren’t worth buying on the post-earnings dip.

The Independent UK

FCA wants buy now, pay later sector to ‘thrive’ as firms prepare for regulation

The sector will come under the Financial Conduct Authority’s regulation from July 15 2026.

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8 Silent Money Traps That Can Empty Your Emergency Account in Months

Building an emergency fund takes years of discipline, but draining it can happen in a matter of months due to invisible leaks. In 2026, the...

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Americans Carry $1.23 Trillion in Credit Card Debt as 2026 Begins

Welcome to the new year—it already has a price tag.

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