Credit & Debt

U.S. adults with unpaid health care bills experience a number of financial ramifications, according to a new survey.

A major Russian steel company is on the verge of default after Citigroup froze its debt payment.

Social Security recipients may see a higher COLA increase in 2023 if inflation persists, according to a nonpartisan advocacy group.

A study by TransAmerica found that men have more than double the retirement savings of women.

FICO score relief coming as medical collection debt will no longer be included on consumer credit reports starting in July.

Russia appears to have averted a historic debt default after claiming on Friday that it fulfilled a critical interest rate payment on two dollar-denominated bonds.

Just half of Americans were able to consistently pay their bills on time in the past year, a new survey shows. Many consumers said inflation is to blame.

Russia spirals closer to a historic debt default that could ripple throughout the global economy after the U.S. and its European allies hit the Kremlin with a slew of crippling financial sanctions.

As consumers are squeezed by the highest inflation rate in 40 years, here's how to lessen the financial impact of rising prices.

Although credit cards can offer a way to cover unexpected expenses and emergency purchases, this type of high-interest debt can be difficult to repay. Here's how to pay off $20,000 worth of credit card balances faster.

Gen Z consumers are using buy now, pay later services, but they are wary of the spending habits this option could form, according to a new study.

Medical debt is an issue for millions of Americans who have hospital bills in collections. Here's what the CFPB plans to do about medical credit reporting and how you can get rid of unpaid medical debt.

Bankruptcy is a last resort that can harm your credit. But the effects don’t last forever, and you can still qualify for a personal loan after bankruptcy.

Having a sufficient emergency fund can give you financial peace of mind, but most Americans don't have enough money in their retirement savings, a new survey said.

Russia's economy already sits in a vulnerable position, with the ruble in freefall and the stock markets closed to prevent the economy from cratering.

If you’re unsure how to best tackle your credit card debt, this guide to debt consolidation vs. credit card refinancing can help.

So far in 2022, personal loan interest rates are lower than they were this time last year, Credible data shows.

President Joe Biden's first State of the Union address leaned heavily on his economic agenda to build “a better America.”

BNPL is rising in popularity as shoppers look for alternatives to traditional credit cards — and TransUnion is now including this data in credit reporting.

Consolidating your credit card debt into a personal loan at a lower rate can help you get out of debt years faster and save extra money on interest charges.