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‹ Social media and impulse spending: a growing financial concern ahead of Black Friday

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Social media and impulse spending: a growing financial concern ahead of Black Friday

As Black Friday approaches, the holiday shopping season once again brings a heightened risk of overspending, with social media and credit dependency playing key roles in driving financial vulnerability.

Digital
Payment trends
Credit cards & loans

Where are Europe's most financially resilient consumers?

Despite steady improvements in consumer confidence across Europe in 2024, many households continue to grapple with financial challenges. Intrum's European Consumer Payment Report (ECPR) reveals that, while more consumers are paying bills on time, regional disparities and heavy reliance on short-term credit highlight ongoing economic fragility. The survey offers a snapshot of financial resilience across Europe, showing that while Southern Europeans rank high in timely payments, many Northern households remain vulnerable.

Payment trends
Credit cards & loans
Vulnerability

Younger Europeans struggle to keep up with rising costs

Europe’s economic recovery has been uneven across generations, with younger consumers facing greater financial challenges than their older counterparts. Intrum’s latest European Consumer Payment Report (ECPR) reveals that while many Boomers are navigating economic pressures successfully, Millennials and Gen Z consumers are struggling to keep up with rising costs, often turning to credit to bridge the gap.

Payment trends
Credit cards & loans
Vulnerability