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flag U.S. subprime auto loan delinquencies hit a record high in 2025 due to rising rates, prices, and stagnant wages.

flag Auto loan delinquencies in the U.S. reached a record high in 2025, with over 6.5% of subprime auto loans 60 days or more past due, the highest level ever recorded in Fitch Ratings’ subprime index. flag The surge reflects growing financial strain among lower-credit borrowers struggling with car payments, likely driven by rising interest rates, high vehicle prices, inflation, and stagnant wages. flag The trend raises concerns about broader economic stability, as auto ownership remains critical for work and daily life, and increasing defaults could impact lending, consumer spending, and financial markets.

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