US Banking Groups Warn 10% Credit Card Interest Cap Could Be 'Devastating' for Consumers
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US Banking Groups Warn 10% Credit Card Interest Cap Could Be 'Devastating' for Consumers

  • Leading US banking groups oppose President Trump's proposal for a 10% credit card interest rate cap.
  • They warn the cap could reduce credit access for millions of American families and small businesses.
  • Banking groups suggest a 10% cap might push consumers towards less regulated, more expensive credit alternatives.
  • President Trump announced a temporary 10% cap on credit card interest rates for one year, effective January 20, 2026.
  • Billionaire investor Bill Ackman criticized the proposal, fearing lenders might cancel cards, forcing users to other credit forms.

Why It Matters: US banking groups warn Trump's proposed 10% credit card interest cap could harm consumers by limiting credit access.

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