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Published May 25, 2023
Alternative Financial Services Credit & Economic TrendsExperian's Clarity Services holds the largest repository of expanded-FCRA data, providing deeper insights into millions of consumers that traditional data alone can't provide. Each year, we study this ever-changing industry and compile the findings into a robust report that lenders can't find anywhere else - the Alternative Financial Services Lending Trends Report.
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State of Card: Unmasking Fraud Disguised as Credit Risk
With the recent Fed announcement and fewer interest rate cuts on the horizon, it’s time to posture your organization more defensively. Where to start? A portfolio management activity that is often overlooked is the accuracy behind classifying fraud and credit risk.
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Lending Conditions Chartbook Q1 2025
In our Q1 Lending Conditions Chartbook, we break down the latest economic trends and dive deep into credit conditions across products and regions.
Insights include:
- The labor market appears on decent footing but there are signs of slowing.
- Credit growth remains subdued and is running below its pre-pandemic average as financial institutions maintain tight lending standards and interest rates remain elevated.
- Looking at origination activity, there has been a meaningful pickup among fintechs and in unsecured personal loans.
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Trade War Blues
The escalating trade war and rising economic uncertainty are causing businesses and lenders to adopt a cautious approach, potentially slowing investment and hiring. If this trend continues, the economy could face long-term risks, including reduced lending, weaker job growth, and increased vulnerability to unemployment spikes. Insights include:
- Business investment was already slowing before the trade war, and uncertainty is now at an all-time high.
- Banks may tighten lending further due to rising business delinquency and unrealized losses in securities portfolios.
- The labor market, while stable, is struggling with low hiring rates, making it harder to absorb job seekers.
- A prolonged decline in business investment could trigger higher unemployment if layoffs accelerate.