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Affirm CEO Sees Greater BNPL Demand as Gas Prices Climb
Source: pymnts.com
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Affirm CEO Max Levchin said higher U.S. gas prices are weighing on consumers, highlighting the impact on consumer spending capacity. The statement signals mild demand headwinds for discretionary credit providers, given energy-price pressure.
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