I am curious about the ways credit card companies generate revenue. Specifically, I want to know two primary methods they use to make money.
6 answers
Nicola
Wed Jan 15 2025
In addition to interest, credit card companies also charge fees to cardholders.
amelia_harrison_architect
Wed Jan 15 2025
These fees can include annual fees, late payment fees, and over-limit fees.
Martino
Wed Jan 15 2025
Businesses that accept credit cards also contribute to the revenue of credit card companies.
Michele
Wed Jan 15 2025
Credit card companies generate a significant portion of their revenue from interest.
WhisperWind
Wed Jan 15 2025
This interest is earned on the balances that cardholders carry over from one month to the next.