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After a Holiday Surge, Consumer Borrowing Slowed in January Signaling Continued Consumer Stress

By GoldSeek March 15, 2026 Neutral
After a Holiday Surge, Consumer Borrowing Slowed in January Signaling Continued Consumer Stress And even if consumers still have some borrowing power, an economy run on Visa and Mastercard simply isn't sustainable. When Americans finally hit their credit limit, it will have major implications for economic growth.   Mike Maharrey Sun, 03/15/2026 - 11:30
After a Holiday Surge, Consumer Borrowing Slowed in January Signaling Continued Consumer Stress And even if consumers still have some borrowing power, an economy run on Visa and Mastercard simply isn't sustainable. When Americans finally hit their credit limit, it will have major implications for economic growth.   Mike Maharrey Sun, 03/15/2026 - 11:30
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