Gamification Helps Customers Manage Debt
Only 17% of U.S. consumers carry no debt, according to the study “The Credit Accessibility Series: Economic Malaise Exacerbating U.S. Consumer Debt Levels.”
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Only 17% of U.S. consumers carry no debt, according to the study “The Credit Accessibility Series: Economic Malaise Exacerbating U.S. Consumer Debt Levels.”
Ten percent of consumers who paid for an emergency with BNPL reported the expense ultimately had no negative impact on credit access, per PYMNTS Intelligence.
Most consumers are dealing with some level of debt. Only 17% of U.S. consumers carry no debt, according to “The Credit Accessibility Series: Economic Malaise…
Eight in 10 consumers who have been rejected for a credit product in the last year faced an unexpected expense, and many turned to high-interest credit to cover it.
While some reports predict holiday buy now, pay later (BNPL) use will lead to a debt hangover, PYMNTS Intelligence suggests such fears may be overblown.