August 13, 2025

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Loans

How buy now, pay later is financially ruining American working families

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! We’re living in a time when you can finance pizza. Where $100 jeans can be split into four easy payments. Where “zero interest” sounds like free money. But behind the buzzwords and flashy apps, Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) is turning into one of the most financially destructive forces

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Finance

Corporate Finance Institute Recognized as Top Platform for Finance Credentials in Report by Expert Consumers

NEW YORK, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ –In its latest evaluation of career-oriented finance education platforms, Expert Consumers has identified the Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI) as one of the top providers of professional certifications for finance professionals in 2025. The analysis cites CFI’s focus on industry-relevant training and practical skill development as key differentiators within a competitive

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Investors

Optimism is rising among American investors, survey shows

The trade war hits stock markets — how can you protect your finances? The global trade war has hit the stock markets — this is how you can protect your finances. Americans may have gotten pretty good at tuning out negative news and predictions, at least when it comes to investing, a Wealthfront survey suggests.

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Loans

A growing number of Americans using Buy Now Pay Later loans for groceries

(WJAR) — Buy Now Pay Later loans have exploded in popularity. In fact, a new survey by LendingTree finds that 25% of Buy Now Pay Later users now using the installment loans for everyday essentials like groceries. But is that a smart idea? And what does that say about the state of the economy? “To

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Investors

Why Grocery Is Still A Winning Bet For Retailers And Investors

Grocery remains one of the most resilient and high-performing sectors in retail. But as shoppers navigate rising costs, they aren’t spending less on groceries — they’re shopping smarter. Consumers are visiting multiple grocers to compare prices, prioritizing private-label brands, and gravitating toward discount and specialty retailers. At the same time, foot traffic at grocery stores

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