DoorDash has partnered with Klarna to offer US customers flexible payment options, allowing users to ‘buy now, pay later’ for fast food orders. This development highlights a growing trend in America’s consumer debt culture. While providing convenience, this financial arrangement raises concerns about its implications for the economy. Critics, such as Dave Ramsey, have expressed dismay over the normalization of deferred payments. The partnership also underscores Klarna’s expanding influence as it prepares for a potential NYSE listing. — news from UnHerd