Student debt has been both a prohibiting factor and financial health burden for college-goers for decades. The cost of college has increased 169% since the 1980s, while college graduate pay is up only 19%. This has caused many college graduates and future college students to question not only the value of a college degree, but also the negative impact college debt has or could have on their lives.

The study showed BNPL services inspired consumers to spend beyond their means, and frequent users displayed larger declines in financial health, according to the study.

The results of a recent National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) research grant are in—and they’re exciting.

Good news from the FDIC: Fewer than 5% of American households lack a bank account, down from 8% a decade ago and the lowest level since the agency began tracking it.

What do the Simpsons and about 50% of American households have in common? Not just a love for donuts or a kid who loves to say “eat my shorts.” They both belong to the middle class.

After eliminating overdraft fees in 2021, Ally Financial is using its platform to shed light on social inequities.

Digital payment products have become particularly attractive – and risky – for young consumers.

A bill before the Senate would require Pennsylvania high school students to pass a half-credit financial literacy class.

We are pleased to present the first-ever class of BenefitsPRO LUMINARIES honorees, who are being recognized for the dynamic and inclusive ways they are driving the benefits and health care industries forward.

A burgeoning number of Americans are worried sick about their finances. Now, health and wellness experts are worried about the “financially anxious”.

When you hear the word “budget,” your first thought may be to think about all of the money you’ll need to set aside to pay others. But not all budgets prioritize spending categories in the same way.