Marqeta report flags shift to multi-provider credit use, opening door for flexible card credentials

• Marqeta published its 2026 State of Credit Report, arguing static single-product credit programs no longer match consumer or SMB behavior in the US, UK.
• Survey of 4,000 consumers, 1,000 SMBs shows multi-provider use is common; 57% of cardholders carry more than one credit card.
• BNPL use persists alongside cards; 79% of BNPL users keep using it despite credit card access, signaling additive demand.
• Interest is rising in “flexible credentials” that switch debit, credit, BNPL; 48% of consumers aged 18-44 are interested.
• Report flags retention risk in credit transitions; 63% of denied applicants got no alternative offer despite 60% interest in credit-building products.

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