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News Library - 2009

2009 Cards December, 23, 2009

With new credit card rules in place the top issuers launched more consumer and business friendly products in 2009. Among the best new card products of the year is a truly "green" card and a debit card with discounts for teens. more

Lost Cash December, 22, 2009

A new survey shows Americans lose track of about $21 in cash spending each week, while young adults indicate they cannot account for about $50 per week. Visa says its survey shows that consumers need to use debit cards more, rather than hard cash. more

Gold Card December, 21, 2009

The first real gold credit card is being planned for the U.S. The "Gold Bullion Credit Card" will be the first Visa or MasterCard to be backed by gold bullion or gold bullion coins. It is a product of Gold Solutions Marketing and TransMedia. more

Card Disputes December, 18, 2009

A four-year old lawsuit over the use of mandatory arbitration to settle credit card and debt collection disputes is heading toward an end. This week, Bank of America reached a tentative settlement to drop the arbitration clause and class action ban from its ... more

ClearPoints December, 17, 2009

A credit card you would be happy to give your Grandmother has entered the marketplace. Thanks to the "CARD Act" Sunbelt-based BBVA Compass introduced the "BBVA Compass ClearPoints" credit card that features clear, simple and transparent terms and conditions, ... more

Untightening December, 16, 2009

Americans are slowly opening their wallets this holiday season. Consumers have increased their retail spending 24% in November and the outlook for planned purchasing in December is strong. more

Card Cutback December, 15, 2009

With the recession marking its second anniversary this year it has had a significant impact on consumer behavior and attitudes surrounding holiday credit card debt. A new survey has found that 55% of consumers are inspired to make a more proactive effort to ... more

Gift Cards 09 December, 14, 2009

The total dollar value of gift cards have grown 7% while the total dollar value of gift cards activated have grown 4.4% Y/Y. The number of gift cards activated grew modestly by 2.3%, consistent with First Data's forecast for the holiday season, while the ... more

Fickle Consumers December, 11, 2009

Consumer confidence is again in a wishy-washy state. After faltering last month, consumers are now showing some signs of optimism. The composite "RBC CASH" (Consumer Attitudes and Spending by Household) Index for December stands at 39.0, an eight point ... more

Noodles Card December, 10, 2009

Mac & Cheese, Pad Thai, Chinese Chop Salad and Pesto Cavatappi can now be facilitated for your loved ones with the new "Lunch Buddy Gift Card." Noodles & Company has launched a gift card that sits on a tabletop easel and displays the giver's photo. more