on credit

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Moreover, without a big uptick in income growth, consumers may be forced to rely more on credit, as well as wealth effects from higher home values and stock market returns.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Third: Medical debt is the leading cause of personal bankruptcy in the U.S., and medical bills placed on credit reports result in reduced access to credit, difficulty securing housing and barriers to employment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

On the consumer side, JPMorgan’s card services and auto lending division reported a 13% jump in revenue, largely thanks to customers carrying higher balances on credit cards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

"There will be a lot of second mortgages and costs being put on credit cards," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Nick dialed M in his credit box and informed Joe that as soon as he paid up the ninety-six dollars he owed for groceries, he could have the ammo on credit.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols