Forbes Advisor’s weekly credit card rates report indicates that the current average credit card interest rate is 25.32%. The Federal Reserve also tracks U.S. consumers' average credit card interest ...
The Fed may cut rates this spring, but that doesn't guarantee lower costs on your card debt.
On Friday, Jan. 9, President Trump shared a message on Truth Social calling for a credit card interest rate cap starting Jan. 20, 2026 — just 11 days after posting. His proposal would cap rates at 10% ...
Industry experts agree that a 10% interest rate cap could lead to the cancellation or severe restriction of credit card accounts for up to 90% of cardholders – specifically those with credit scores ...
The average credit card interest rate is 20.97% APR as of November 2025, per Federal Reserve data. See how rates are set and what they mean for carrying a balance.