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Apple Upgrade: A Clever Financing Play That May Stretch Your Wallet
technology28 days ago

Apple Upgrade: A Clever Financing Play That May Stretch Your Wallet

Apple’s Upgrade program lets customers lease high-priced devices (potentially 2,000+ iPhones) with low upfront costs and the option to upgrade, while AppleCare is separated. Backed by Klarna to limit Apple’s credit risk, the plan could help Apple push premium gear in a weak economy, but it also tempts buyers into debt with monthly payments and usage restrictions if payments are missed, and it isn’t available through third-party resellers. For fiscally cautious buyers, it offers flexibility; for others, it could inflate long-term costs.

via AppleInsider|
#apple#apple-upgrade#buy-now-pay-later
Food costs push households toward debt and drained savings
economy1 month ago

Food costs push households toward debt and drained savings

New Urban Institute findings show millions of working-age Americans are borrowing or draining savings to buy groceries as food costs rise: more than a quarter of those using credit cards can’t pay the balance in full or miss a minimum payment, about 10% relied on buy now, pay later with roughly a third missing a payment last year, and around 20% tapped long-term savings for groceries in the past 12 months. With grocery prices up about 32% over five years and inflation outpacing wage growth, families face growing hardship. SNAP enrollment has fallen to about 37 million in March, after 2025 policy changes, underscoring the broader squeeze on household finances.

via Yahoo Finance|
#buy-now-pay-later#debt#economy
Xbox to offer “Buy Now, Pay Later” options with Klarna and PayPal
gamingtechnology2 months ago

Xbox to offer “Buy Now, Pay Later” options with Klarna and PayPal

Microsoft plans to add BNPL options for Xbox purchases via Klarna and PayPal, allowing players to spread costs over weeks or months with no interest. The feature appears to be in development, hinted by code on the Xbox site, and aims to improve affordability amid rising console and game prices and broader cost-of-living pressures in the gaming industry.

via Windows Central|
#buy-now-pay-later#fintech#gamingtechnology
Xbox Signals BNPL Push with PayPal and Klarna Options
news2 months ago

Xbox Signals BNPL Push with PayPal and Klarna Options

Kotaku reports that Xbox’s online store may soon support Buy Now, Pay Later payments via PayPal and Klarna, based on a screenshot of site code. If true, customers could split purchases for consoles and games, but Xbox has not confirmed the feature. BNPL services typically charge merchants a fee and impose late-payment penalties on users, raising questions about consumer debt and sales strategy.

via Kotaku|
#buy-now-pay-later#financing#klarna
Xbox Backend Teases Buy Now, Pay Later Payments via PayPal and Klarna
gaming2 months ago

Xbox Backend Teases Buy Now, Pay Later Payments via PayPal and Klarna

A 'buy now, pay later' option appeared on Xbox’s website backend, enabling PayPal (four interest-free, bi-weekly payments or up to 24 months) or Klarna (three payments) to split purchases. No official announcement has been made, but the discovery—amid broader 2026 strategy hints for Xbox—suggests the company may be testing new business models in the near term.

via Insider Gaming|
#buy-now-pay-later#gaming#gaming-payments
Klarna's $17 Billion IPO Sparks Market Enthusiasm and Employee Wealth
business11 months ago

Klarna's $17 Billion IPO Sparks Market Enthusiasm and Employee Wealth

Klarna's recent IPO has shown typical post-launch volatility, with the stock trading above its IPO price but not at its peak, emphasizing the importance of patience for investors as the stock stabilizes and forms a base. The article highlights the growth of BNPL loans, their regulatory scrutiny, and the typical pattern of IPO stock movements, advising against buying on day one due to potential wild fluctuations.

via Investor's Business Daily|
#business#buy-now-pay-later#fintech
Affirm Stock Surges After Strong Earnings and Revenue Beat
business1 year ago

Affirm Stock Surges After Strong Earnings and Revenue Beat

Affirm Holdings' stock surged 13% after reporting strong fiscal fourth-quarter results, including a 33% revenue increase to $876 million, a profit turnaround, and record GMV of $10.4 billion. The company expects continued growth and profitability, with positive analyst ratings and a bullish outlook despite recent challenges like Walmart separation. Shares have gained 31% this year, driven by solid earnings and optimistic guidance.

via Barron's|
#affirm#business#buy-now-pay-later
Buy Now, Pay Later Loans to Start Affecting Credit Scores
business1 year ago

Buy Now, Pay Later Loans to Start Affecting Credit Scores

FICO is launching a new credit scoring model that will incorporate Buy Now, Pay Later loans, potentially affecting the credit scores of millions of Americans by providing a more accurate assessment of their creditworthiness, especially for younger and less established borrowers. However, adoption may be slow due to inconsistent data sharing among BNPL providers and credit bureaus, and concerns remain about the impact on vulnerable communities.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#business#buy-now-pay-later#consumer-loans
FICO to Include Buy Now, Pay Later in Credit Scores
business1 year ago

FICO to Include Buy Now, Pay Later in Credit Scores

FICO will now include buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) data in its credit scores with the launch of two new scoring models, reflecting the growing use of BNPL services and aiming to provide lenders with a more comprehensive view of consumers' repayment behaviors. While this move is seen as a modernization of credit scoring, there are concerns about the potential impact on borrowers' credit profiles due to late payments and 'phantom debt.'

via Axios|
#bnpl#business#buy-now-pay-later