Cryptocurrency Q&A What are two ways credit card companies make money?

What are two ways credit card companies make money?

MysticMoon MysticMoon Mon Jan 13 2025 | 6 answers 1256
I am curious about the ways credit card companies generate revenue. Specifically, I want to know two primary methods they use to make money. What are two ways credit card companies make money?

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Nicola Nicola Wed Jan 15 2025
In addition to interest, credit card companies also charge fees to cardholders.

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amelia_harrison_architect amelia_harrison_architect Wed Jan 15 2025
These fees can include annual fees, late payment fees, and over-limit fees.

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Martino Martino Wed Jan 15 2025
Businesses that accept credit cards also contribute to the revenue of credit card companies.

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Michele Michele Wed Jan 15 2025
Credit card companies generate a significant portion of their revenue from interest.

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WhisperWind WhisperWind Wed Jan 15 2025
This interest is earned on the balances that cardholders carry over from one month to the next.

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