Why are Americans using 'buy now, pay later' apps to buy groceries?

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Credit cards are so old-fashioned. Americans are increasingly turning to "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) smartphone apps to pay for groceries and takeout, and some experts warn the trend could lead to a rise in consumer debt.
Apps like Klarna, Affirm and Afterpay are a "modern-day layaway…

This story appeared on theweek.com, 2025-05-02 18:06:46.
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