The Stamford, Conn.-based credit card issuer saw improvement in late payments by its customers, but the pace of loan growth also slowed during the fourth quarter.
The agency recently sent a letter to nine banks urging them to stop offering deferred interest cards, arguing that consumers are often unaware of the risks involved.
The payments giant has made a lot of money issuing loans to online shoppers with blemished credit histories. But now it is looking to reduce its risks.
