NerdWallet, Inc.

Nearly 2 in 5 Americans Expect to Rely on Credit to Manage Expenses as Inflation Hits 3.7%, NerdWallet’s Consumer Financial Resilience Index Finds

NerdWallet published its October 2026 Consumer Financial Resilience Index, with the composite score edging up to 61.6 from 61.5 in September. Nearly 4 in 10 Americans (38%) expect to rely on credit to manage some expenses, with parents of minors (54%), Gen Z (53%), and millennials (51%) most exposed as inflation hit 3.7% year over year. The release is brand-building content marketing rather than a corporate disclosure; it carries no earnings, guidance, or transactional news for NRDS.

•14d ago

NerdWallet Announces Conference Call to Review 2026 Third Quarter Financial Results

NerdWallet will release its third quarter 2026 financial results on Thursday, November 5, 2026, with a conference call the same day at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time. A shareholder letter will be posted to the company's investor relations site alongside the webcast, with a replay available for 12 months.

•19d ago

Fed Rate Hike Comes as More Than One in Four Americans Say They Don’t Feel in Control of Their Day-to-Day Finances, NerdWallet’s Financial Resilience Index Finds

NerdWallet published its September Financial Resilience Index, showing the score slipped to 61.5 from 63.1 in July, with the share of Americans feeling in control of day-to-day finances falling to 73%. Recession expectations dropped to 61% from 66% in May, but improved macro sentiment did not lift household confidence, a divergence Kimberly Palmer said suggests pressure from everyday living costs. The survey, run by The Harris Poll Sept. 8-10 among 2,060 U.S. adults, lands just before the Fed's first rate hike since 2023.

•1mo ago

Americans’ Financial Resilience Edges Lower as Recession Concerns Rise, NerdWallet’s August Financial Resilience Index Finds

NerdWallet’s August Financial Resilience Index fell to 62.1 from July’s record high of 63.1, reflecting a dip in consumer confidence driven by recession fears and persistent inflation. The survey found that 64% of Americans expect a recession in the next year, and 36% plan to rely on credit to manage expenses, an increase from July. Despite these concerns, savings buffers improved, with 67% of households reporting they could cover a $1,000 emergency expense, up from 63% in June.

•2mo ago

NerdWallet's July 2026 Financial Resilience Index Hits a New High, But Renewed Conflict Threatens the Gains

NerdWallet published its July Financial Resilience Index at 63.1, an increase from 60.4 in May, indicating improved consumer financial stability prior to the collapse of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire. The data reveals a widening generational divide, with Gen Z's resilience score falling to 51.9 while Baby Boomers reached a high of 75.0. Senior Economist Elizabeth Renter noted that while the economic outlook improved, high inflation and renewed geopolitical uncertainty threaten to reverse these gains.

•3mo ago

NerdWallet Announces Winners of Its 2026 Best-Of Awards for Student Loans

NerdWallet announced the winners of its 2026 Best-Of Awards for Student Loans, evaluating lenders across six categories based on research from a team with over 46 years of combined experience. The awards recognized top lenders including Ascent, College Ave, SoFi, and Earnest for specific needs such as overall best loan, options for parents, and refinancing. The full list and methodology are available on the company's website to assist borrowers in making informed financial decisions for higher education.

•3mo ago

NerdWallet Announces Conference Call to Review 2026 Second Quarter Financial Results

NerdWallet announced it will release its second quarter 2026 financial results on Thursday, August 6, 2026. The company will hold a conference call to discuss the results at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time on the same day, accessible via its Investor Relations website. A webcast replay and a shareholder letter will be available on the website for 12 months following the event.

•3mo ago

NerdWallet’s June 2026 Financial Resilience Index Holds Steady at 61.6

NerdWallet released its June 2026 Financial Resilience Index, which held steady at 61.6 out of 100, indicating moderate financial preparedness among U.S. consumers. The survey of 2,059 U.S. adults found that 76% feel in control of their day-to-day finances, though a significant 20-point resilience gap exists between Baby Boomers (73.9) and Gen Zers (53.8). Senior Economist Elizabeth Renter noted that while Americans are absorbing pressure, resilience is not evenly distributed as households with less financial insulation face strain from elevated costs.

•4mo ago

NerdWallet Launches Consumer Financial Resilience Index as Recession Fears Rise

NerdWallet launched its inaugural Financial Resilience Index (FRI), scoring U.S. household financial preparedness at 60.4 out of 100. The index, based on a Harris Poll survey of 2,072 adults, reveals that 66% of Americans expect a recession within 12 months, while 37% plan to rely on credit for expenses this month. The launch positions NerdWallet as a thought leader in consumer finance data, though the index itself is a marketing tool rather than a direct revenue driver.

•5mo ago