For its commitment to creating a work environment where associates can thrive, Bread Financial(R) has been named to Forbes' America's Best Employers list in the "large company" category.

More than a quarter of consumers own a store card, defined as a card that exclusively features a retailer’s branding. While co-branded cards can be used across several retailers, store cards can be used only at a particular merchant. The PYMNTS Intelligence report “The Role of Strategic Partnerships in Consumer Credit Cards” found that among the factors driving a consumer’s choice of credit or store card were loyalty and rewards programs, cost considerations and trust. Thirty-four percent of consumers with a store card cited this as their top motivation for obtaining it. Twenty percent of those with co-branded store cards said either low annual fees or low interest rates were their top reason for choosing the card, versus 27% for general-purpose cards. Younger Consumers Flock to the Cards

Paloma Partners Management Co purchased a new stake in Bread Financial Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:BFH - Free Report) in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm purchased 15,701 shares of the company's stock, va