Young Borrowers Struggle as Credit Card Debt Hits 14-Year High

Credit card debt is becoming a growing concern for the economy, with severe delinquencies rising to 10.7% in the first quarter, the highest in 14 years, as reported by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Younger borrowers are particularly struggling as interest rates hit a 23-year high. Total credit card debt increased to $1.12 trillion from just under $1 trillion a year ago, signaling potential risks to consumer spending.