Americans are carrying record-high credit card balances right now, with collective credit card debt currently topping $1.23 trillion nationwide. As a result, the financial strain is being felt across ...

Credit card rejection rates are at roughly 16% as of February 2026, according to data from the New York Fed. CNBC Select has ...

This week's Fed meeting could have major implications for credit card borrowers. Here's what to know beforehand.

Debt Support National has expanded its comprehensive debt relief programs to address the growing financial pressures facing American consumers struggling with mounting credit card balances and other ...

The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut its benchmark rate by 25 basis points on September 17, 2025, aims to bolster economic stability amid ongoing financial challenges. While this move signals ...

In 2024, credit card debt accounted for 6.36% of all United States household debt, up from 5.8% in 2020. Credit card balances surged during the pandemic and, by the end of 2022, Alaska led the nation ...

The Federal Reserve cut rates by a quarter point in October — the second cut of 2025. Another quarter-point cut is widely expected when the Fed meets next week, though chair Jerome Powell isn't ...

Freedom Debt Relief reports parents should teach kids about credit cards before college, with key lessons including responsible usage, avoiding interest, and tracking spending.