Apple Pay Later to report data to Experian, a ‘positive first step’ for consumers

Apple Pay Later to report data to Experian, a ‘positive first step’ for consumers

Users of Apple’s AAPL, -0.66% buy-now-pay-later platform will soon have their payment history reported to one of the major credit bureaus, but it won’t affect their credit scores — at least not yet. The announcement marks the latest move by credit bureaus to gradually incorporate buy-now-pay-later data into their models as this type of debt …

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Klarna introduces $7.99 ‘Klarna Plus’ subscription plan as it approaches an IPO

Klarna introduces .99 ‘Klarna Plus’ subscription plan as it approaches an IPO

Swedish fintech company Klarna announced today its first subscription plan, “Klarna Plus,” for $7.99 per month, featuring benefits like no added service fees when using Klarna’s One Time Card, double rewards points and access to exclusive discounts with popular brands. The company also has a new welcome offer for subscribers, saving them $8 on their …

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Klarna is selling a buy-now-pay-subscription. Is it worth it?

Klarna is selling a buy-now-pay-subscription. Is it worth it?

Klarna, a major buy-now, pay-later provider, is offering a new monthly subscription for its customers for $7.99. The biggest attraction? It eliminates service fees. “The main proposition of Klarna Plus right now is that you don’t pay any service fees,” Klarna Chief Marketing Officer David Sandstrom said in a statement. “So if you love Klarna …

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