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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.

The Free Financial Advisor

Affirm Earnings Beat Highlights Growth and Credit Concerns

Affirm beat earnings estimates as revenue jumped 48%, but rising loan loss provisions highlight growing BNPL credit risks for AFRM stock

MarketBeat

Six surprising reasons your mortgage application could be rejected - and expert tips for success

Little errors, accidental missteps, and harmful habits that can derail your property purchase

The Independent UK

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Affirm Is Expanding Buy Now, Pay Later Services for Rent Payments

Buy now, pay later provider Affirm Holdings is about to start offering a limited pilot program that allows biweekly rent payments.

MarketBeat

'Struggling in silence': Aussies' shame driving up debt

Nearly half the nation started the new year in debt, but research shows countless Australians are unwilling to discuss their finances, even with loved ones.

AAP

8 Budget Red Flags That Turn “Saving Money” into Debt Without You Noticing

The hustle to stay financially afloat has birthed some pretty creative saving hacks. But here’s the reality: some of those genius ideas are actually high-key debt traps in disguise. It’s a classic case of being “penny wise and pound foolish,” where a small upfront win leads to a massive, unbudgeted…

Thousandaire

What Would Happen if Americans Stopped Using Credit Cards? ChatGPT Reveals 5 Major Economic Shifts

According to the chatbot, ending credit card use would slash consumer spending, hurt banks, kill rewards, weaken credit scores, and boost BNPL adoption.

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Buy-now-pay-later rules in the UK will change in 2026, but will they offer protection or exclusion?

Buy-now-pay-later is an appealing proposition. You get what you want now, but you delay settling the bill until later, with no interest and no fees.

The Conversation

Should You Use Buy Now, Pay Later Options to Finance Your Vacation?

Many travel companies are letting users pay in installments. But is "buy now, pay later" a smart financial decision?

Kiplinger

A New Shopping Trend Is Pushing Consumers Into More Debt

The modern retail landscape has shifted dramatically with the introduction of “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) services at almost every checkout. This ubiquitous shopping trend...

Saving Advice

Buy now, panic later is the new holiday ritual – stopping it won’t be easy

The holiday season brings celebration and gift-giving, but it also ushers in something less festive: financial stress. In the UK, retailers now shape much of the spending calendar, with Black Friday one of the busiest shopping events of the year.

The Conversation

Shoppers turning to alternative payments such as buy now pay later – BRC report

Evening Standard

‘Buy now, pay later’ is everywhere this holiday season. Here’s how to avoid a debt hangover

Each holiday season brings a predictable surge in consumer spending, but the way shoppers finance that spending is changing rapidly. While credit cards once dominated online checkouts, the growing popularity of buy now, pay later (BNPL) arrangements is changing how households manage short-term expenses.

The Conversation

I Asked ChatGPT What Christmas Gifts To Avoid: Here’s What It Said

I used ChatGPT and asked for what gifts to skip because they're overpriced, risky or likely to turn into a financial headache.

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The Independent UK

Experts reveal how to avoid a financial hangover in January

‘It is possible to enjoy a warm, memorable Christmas without overspending or facing a financial hangover in January,’ one expert said

Benzinga

3 Stocks to Profit from the $1 Trillion Holiday Shopping Bonanza

Wall Street doesn’t officially have any sectors named after the end-of-year holidays, but don’t let that fool you.

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Nearly Half of Americans May Not Be Ready for This Huge Credit Report Update (Plus What You Can Do)

Nearly half of Americans may be unprepared for a major credit report update. Learn what’s changing and how to protect your credit score now.

The Independent UK

What new ‘buy now, pay later’ rules mean for shoppers – and why they won’t protect you on Black Friday

Rules are set to change for BNPL but they are not yet in force to protect shoppers

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The Independent UK

Experts warn shoppers to be wary of ‘buy now, pay later’ this Black Friday

BNPL schemes can lead to overspending, so follow these expert tips before shopping in the Black Friday and Cyber Monday salesFollow live: All the best Black Friday 2025 deals

Clever Dude

Stop Buying These 9 Things—They’re Financial Traps

You work hard for your money. But some purchases quietly drain your wallet without delivering real value. These financial traps look harmless at first—maybe even smart. But they’re designed to keep you spending more than you should. Understanding which purchases hurt your financial health can save you thousands of dollars…

The Guardian - UK

Beware buy now, pay later temptation on Black Friday, debt charities warn

Billions will be spent on credit over the discount weekend but experts say the payment option is ‘not risk-free’

MarketBeat

Affirm Just Crushed Earnings—But Can It Outrun Klarna’s Scale?

Affirm's latest earnings impressed markets big time. But, how does this BNPL name compare to the new kid on the block, Klarna?

Barchart

Klarna Stock Plunges Toward Oversold Territory on Post-Earnings Selloff. Should You Buy the Dip?

Klarna shares sink as the fintech swings to a net loss in its fiscal Q3. Here’s why KLAR stock is worth buying on the post-earnings dip.

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I Asked ChatGPT What the Worst Holiday Purchases Are — Here’s the List

Avoid post-holiday regrets. Discover the worst holiday buys that drain your wallet, according to ChatGPT, and learn smarter ways to spend this season.

Benzinga

Half of Holiday Shoppers Are More Likely to Complete Their Purchase With Buy Now, Pay Later Services

Half of holiday shoppers are more likely to complete their purchase if they can use buy now, pay later, according to a recent survey by PayPal (NASDA: PYPL).

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