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The Evolution of Consumer Credit in America

Consumer credit and debt, though now often seen negatively, have been integral to the economy of America. From installment loans to credit cards, Americans have always borrowed money to buy things, contributing significantly to consumer debt growth from 1958 to 1990. A Bank of America executive claimed that consumer credit built the country, a sentiment that is hard to refute.

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