Fortune

Creditcardexperts waarschuwen: Amerikanen verliezen miljarden aan schulden

Back to overview

American credit card debt has reached a record $1.28 trillion, with average interest rates exceeding 21%, yet credit card influencers on social media continue promoting premium cards to millions of viewers. These content creators, often compensated by card issuers, influence financial decisions through short videos showcasing travel perks and luxury experiences, while many consumers struggle with mounting debt. Experts warn that this influencer-driven marketing is exacerbating a financial crisis, as nearly half of American cardholders carry monthly balances and face increasingly high interest