Sens. Dick Durbin and Roger Marshall reintroduced their proposal calling for increased competition in the card network ...

When it comes to processing credit card payments, you have to spend money to make money. Every player in the payments value chain, including the issuer, acquirer or processor and card network, deducts ...

Running a business comes with enough challenges—managing operations, serving customers and staying ahead of competitors. But there may be a silent drain on your profits that often goes unnoticed: A ...

Greg Daugherty has worked 25+ years as an editor and writer for major publications and websites. He is also the author of two books. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced ...

While many Americans worry about tariffs potentially boosting inflation, merchants continue to warn of a cost increase that's already certain: credit card swipe fees. Banks, card processors and ...

Credit card payments have become an integral part of modern business transactions. Credit card payments can be completed in person, online or over the phone. Knowing what credit card payments your ...

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For most small UK businesses it’s impossible to avoid taking customer payments by credit card. But the fees from these transactions can quickly eat into profits, making it particularly difficult for ...

Credit card processing fees are essential charges for card payments. Explore the types, rates, and tips to manage these costs effectively. While we’re not completely cashless yet—I still pay for my ...

Account-to-account payments are a double-edged sword for Visa and Mastercard. The product could easily cut into card volume, but if they play their hand right, it could also provide the networks with ...

Many small businesses are breathing a bit easier as inflation has cooled and the race for workers slows. But consumers’ steady embrace of credit cards is taking a growing bite out of their margins.