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Tuesday, August 18, 2026


The buy-now-pay-later lending market has expanded significantly in recent years, with companies offering installment payment options at retail locations and online. Consumers use these services to spread purchases across multiple payments, typically without immediate interest charges. Regulatory scrutiny of the industry has increased as the sector has grown, with federal agencies examining lending practices and consumer protections.

Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/18/briefing/buy-now-pay-later.html

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