Credit Card Debt Growth Slows in 2026

TransUnion predicts a slowdown in credit card debt growth, with a forecasted increase of just 2.3% in 2026, totaling $1.18 trillion. This marks a significant shift from recent years double-digit growth. The stabilization of delinquencies and resilience of consumers, despite economic challenges, paint a complex picture of a K-shaped economy where high-income individuals thrive while those with lower incomes struggle.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.