Federal order is the latest development in a nearly two-year fight between banks and retailers over an Illinois law that bans so-called swipe fees on the tax and tip portions of customers’ bills.

With credit cards becoming an essential part of daily financial transactions—from shopping and online payments to travel bookings and emergencies—the risk of misuse has also increased. In cases where ...

State law to cut credit card fees could have repercussions in other states.

The federal government is looking to stop a controversial Illinois law banning certain credit card fees, a move that appears to favor financial institutions that have fought the state law in court for ...

A credit card block can mean two things: a usually temporary freeze of your card or a portion of your credit limit is put on hold. Both situations can be frustrating but are easier to resolve if you ...

Credit card fraud can strike anytime; here's how to act fast, secure your card, report the issue, and improve chances of ...