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Buy Now, Pay Later loans will soon affect some credit scores

Hundreds of millions of ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ loans will soon affect credit scores for millions of Americans

The Independent UK

To make buy-now-pay-later fair for consumers, regulators need to understand why shoppers use it

Many consumers – especially gen Z and millennials – use buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) to split or defer payments. The types of purchases made with BNPL can range from groceries and takeaway deliveries to luxury items.

The Conversation

9 Signs Your “Buy Now, Pay Later” Habit is a Financial Red Flag

We’ve all seen the tempting “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) buttons at checkout. They promise instant gratification with no upfront cost, making it easier than ever to snag that new gadget or wardrobe upgrade. But while BNPL can seem like a harmless way to manage your cash flow, it can…

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‘How did I get approved for $30,000?’: is buy now, pay later headed for a fall?

Advocates worry debt burden is worse with installment payments as credit card debt balloons to over $1tn in US

The Guardian - US

Huge Changes Are Coming To Buy Now, Pay Later Services: What You Need To Know

Under new rules, Buy Now, Pay Later services will be subject to the same regulations as credit cards in Australia.

Pedestrian.tv

How The New Affirm Policy Change May Affect Your Credit

If you’ve ever shopped online and seen the option to “buy now, pay later” with Affirm, you’re not alone. These flexible payment plans have exploded in popularity, making it easier than ever to split up big purchases. But recently, Affirm announced a major policy change that could have a real…

The Free Financial Advisor

Buy Now, Cry Later: How the “Easy Payments” Culture Is Financially Destroying You

You’ve seen the promise: “Only $39.99/month!” “Buy now, pay later in 4 easy installments!” “No interest if paid in 6 months!” It sounds harmless. It...

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Why are more shoppers struggling to repay 'buy now, pay later' loans?

Short-term lender Klarna says more customers are having trouble repaying their “buy now, pay later” loans

The Independent UK

Major changes to buy now pay later rules for shoppers

Citizens Advice welcomed the legislation, saying it was ‘crucial step towards better protections for consumers’

The Independent UK

Consumers to get more protection from ‘wild west’ of buy now, pay later products

Citizens Advice welcomed the legislation, saying it was ‘a crucial step towards better protections for consumers’.

Evening Standard

2 High Growth Buy Now, Pay Later Stocks Challenging PayPal

While PayPal is a slower-growing player in the rapidly expanding Buy Now Pay Later space, two other stocks are challenging it, growing at exorbitant clips.

MarketBeat

More than half of Americans are using layaway or buy-now-pay-later programs to cover everyday essentials

More than 30 percent of Americans have used short-term financing schemes for groceries, report finds

The Independent UK

No, Gen Z's not drowning in buy-now-pay-later debt—yet. But experts warn it could trap them in a vicious cycle of overspending and impulse splurging

Gen Z is using payment plans to flexibly finance their lavish spending habits, but experts warn it could “trap” some shoppers in a vicious cycle of overspending and impulse splurging.

Fortune

Affirm Stock Dips Post Q3 Earnings: Is AFRM a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

The dip in AFRM is more like a breather than a breakdown. Affirm stock has seen a strong rally, climbing significantly over the past month.

Barchart

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Salon

Buy now, pay later a sign of the times

We're still taking out microloans for everything from Coachella to basic necessities

Fortune

A quarter of U.S. consumers are now financing groceries with buy-now, pay-later as economic pressures mount, survey says

More than 40% of buy-now, pay-later users made a late payment in the past year, up from 34% the year before, according to data from Lending Tree.

Investors Business Daily

PayPal Launches Checkout Sweepstakes Promotion, Ad Campaign. Q1 Earnings Due April 29.

PayPal launched a new ad campaign aiming to drive consumers to its online checkout option and payment plans. PayPal stock fell amid the news.

Fortune

The new partnership between Affirm and Experian means the impulse-buying economy will be running headlong into America’s data-mining ecosystem

Buy-now-pay-later is a juggernaut that’s long been absent from consumers’ credit reports. A recent deal with Affirm means that’s no longer the case.

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Affirm Strikes Back: Can a New Deal Mitigate the Recent Loss?

Affirm's new partnership and strong financial performance suggest that the recent stock dip may offer long-term investors a buying opportunity.

Barchart

Affirm Is Losing Big Time to Buy Now, Pay Later Rivals. Analysts Still Think It Can Gain 60% in 2025.

Walmart swapped Affirm for Klarna, sending AFRM stock diving. Yet, analysts still see big gains ahead.

Kiplinger

Klarna Buy Now, Pay Later Is Coming to a Walmart Checkout Screen Near You

How buy now, pay later options at Walmart could get easier after the retailer traded Affirm for Klarna.

International Business Times UK

Buy Now, Regret Later?': DoorDash Will Let Americans Split Payments—But Experts Warn of Debt Danger

Analysts worry Americans are drowning in BNPL debt as they require no hard credit checks, leading many to buy goods and services they can't afford.

MarketBeat

Affirm Stock: Should You Buy the Dip After Walmart Setback?

Affirm's stock dipped after Walmart chose Klarna, but its diverse network and strong financials suggest potential for long-term investors.

Barchart

Is Affirm Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold As Rival Partners With Walmart?

Affirm’s rival Klarna secured a major partnership with OnePay, a fintech majority-owned by Walmart.

Investors Business Daily

Fintech Battle: Klarna Grabs Big Affirm Customer Ahead Of IPO

Affirm stock fell after rival buy now, pay later firm Klarna grabbed retailer Walmart as a customer. Klarna has filed for an IPO.

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