U.S. Consumer Loan Delinquency Rate Rises to 8% in Q1 2026

U.S. 8% in Q1 2026. @FirstSquawk reported that this figure marked a 9-year high. The same data showed the rate reached its highest level since 2017.

Q1 2026 covers the months of January through March of the current year. 8% delinquency rate applies to loans across multiple consumer categories tracked in the quarterly data. No additional quarterly comparisons or category breakdowns were included in the report.

@FirstSquawk reported the increase without attribution to a specific data source or agency. The figures reflect loans that are at minimum 30 days past due. No statements from lenders, regulators, or consumer groups accompanied the data release.