Why ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Plans Are Threatening Banks And Credit Cards
September 14, 2025
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as posted by the channelBuy now, pay later plans are emerging as a popular alternative to credit cards. According to eMarketer, an estimated 86.5 million Americans used these loans in 2024, with the number projected to rise to 91.5 million in 2025. While consumers are embracing the trend, big banks and financial institutions remain cautious, seeing it as a direct threat to credit cards and a challenge in tracking borrowers’ credit histories.
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Why Americans Love 'Buy Now, Pay Later' — And Banks Don’t
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