Loan Delinquencies Edge Lower in Q2, but Some Remain at Very High Levels. Here's What It Means for Investors.

While overall U.S. loan delinquencies declined in Q2 2026, subprime loans remain at multiyear highs, revealing a K-shaped economic recovery where affluent consumers thrive while lower-income households struggle. Mortgage and auto loan delinquencies are rising, with particular pressure on subprime borrowers facing affordability challenges, inflation, and a weakening job market.