Credit card debt, Emergency Savings Report

Credit card debt hits a new record high: 3 ways to tackle yours now
Credit card debt has skyrocketed in recent months, and if you're carrying a balance, it's time to fix the issue.
One-third of Americans have more credit card debt than emergency savings: Survey
A new survey from Bankrate revealed that 33 percent of U.S. adults have more credit card debt than emergency savings. That number is down from 36 percent in 2024 and 2023.
New report finds high percentage of Americans have more credit card debt than emergency savings
Bankrate Chief Financial Analyst Greg McBride says “more and more households [are] relying on credit to bridge that gap where the income stops but the expenses keep going.”
This Week In Credit Card News: Credit Card Debt Still At Record Levels
Americans Struggle With Record Credit Card Debt U.S. credit card debt reached a record $1.17 trillion in the third quarter of 2024, growing from $770 billion in the first quarter of 2021 and the share of active credit card holders making just minimum payments rose to 10.75%, the highest percentage ever in data going back to 2012. [ The Guardian]
1 in 10 Americans would not date someone with credit card debt, survey finds | What's the Deal?
On the flip side, Sara Rathner, with NerdWallet, said 90% of Americans do not consider credit card debt to be a deal-breaker.
Credit card debt hits record high, but help is available | What you need to know
A new report shows Americans have more than 1.2 trillion in credit card debt. One nonprofit says they have resources to help.
Why Transferring Credit Card Debt Won’t Pay It Off
A new report finds that people are spending more on their cards and paying down less. Financial experts offer tips for reducing that debt, starting with looking at your spending habits.
A third of Americans have more credit card debt than emergency savings, poll finds
Higher credit card debt could be a sign of consumer confidence. But tariffs from the Trump administration could further inflate prices.
Study finds many Americans have more credit card debt than savings
Its tough news on inflation and according to a new Bankrate survey. One-third of Americans say they have more credit card debt than emergency savings. Bankrate Chief Financial Analyst Greg Mcbride explains the study's findings.
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