Higher credit card debt could be a sign of consumer confidence. But tariffs from the Trump administration could further inflate prices.

The financial landscape in 2025 is shaping up to be anything but predictable. With shifting economic policies, lingering inflation pressures and consumer debt reaching new highs, the question isn’t just whether Americans can stretch their dollars—it’s how far those dollars will actually go.

Its tough news on inflation and according to a new Bankrate survey. One-third of Americans say they have more credit card debt than emergency savings. Bankrate Chief Financial Analyst Greg Mcbride explains the study's findings.