Credit card purchases like gas and groceries are outpacing unexpected expenses as Americans rely more heavily on credit cards to make ends meet.

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U.S. News conducted a nationwide survey of 1,200 consumers via PureSpectrum between June 8 and June 11, 2026. We asked respondents questions about their credit card debt, how they manage it and their ...