Consumer Spending

Synchrony’s POS Acquisition Underscores Paying Over Time’s Appeal Beyond the Cards
Synchrony’s POS Acquisition Underscores Paying Over Time’s Appeal Beyond the Cards
January 22, 2024  |  Acquisitions

In an age where consumers are grappling with ways to manage debt, but also finance the purchases they need, point-of-sale financing is gaining ground. Get...

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3 in 4 Consumers With Children Are Likely to Use Card-Linked Offers for Traveling
3 in 4 Consumers With Children Are Likely to Use Card-Linked Offers for Traveling
January 22, 2024  |  Credit Cards

Credit cards have become more than just a means of payment. With the rise of travel credit cards, consumers now have the opportunity to earn...

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As New Year Resolutions Often Fizzle, Will ‘Loud Budgeting’ Ring in Success?
As New Year Resolutions Often Fizzle, Will ‘Loud Budgeting’ Ring in Success?
January 20, 2024  |  Consumer Finance

The start of a new year often triggers the adoption of new behaviors such as joining a new gym, eating healthier or even opting to...

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Consumers Turn to Social Media Platforms for Secondhand Products as Resale Partnerships Surge
Consumers Turn to Social Media Platforms for Secondhand Products as Resale Partnerships Surge
January 19, 2024  |  Retail

As the economy continues to grapple with rising prices and inflationary pressures, consumers are adjusting their purchasing habits to cope with the erosion of their...

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Consumers Feeling Better About Inflation — Will They Feel Comfortable Spending?
Consumers Feeling Better About Inflation — Will They Feel Comfortable Spending?
January 19, 2024  |  Economy

Headed into the new year, consumers are confident about the economy, and about overall trends in inflation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Deliveroo CEO Expects Wage Growth to Outpace Food Inflation, Drive Demand
Deliveroo CEO Expects Wage Growth to Outpace Food Inflation, Drive Demand
January 19, 2024  |  Earnings

As restaurant delivery services around the world have seen demand impacted for years by ongoing food inflation and other financial challenges, Deliveroo expects that wage...

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Richemont’s Sales Soar on Strong Demand in China and Japan
Richemont’s Sales Soar on Strong Demand in China and Japan
January 19, 2024  |  Retail

Inflation-pressured consumers tend to cut back on their luxury purchases.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Most Gen X Cardholders Revolve Their Balances, Leading All Generations
Most Gen X Cardholders Revolve Their Balances, Leading All Generations
January 19, 2024  |  Consumer Finance

In times of financial hardship, revolving a credit card balance to future months rather than paying it off entirely is a strategy consumers commonly adopt....

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50% of Acquirers Prefer Merchants to Offer Installment Payment Options During Checkout
50% of Acquirers Prefer Merchants to Offer Installment Payment Options During Checkout
January 18, 2024  |  Payment Methods

The use of split-pay plans is already widespread, and the last holiday shopping season was no exception, with consumers relying on different installment plans. The...

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