Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover credit, debit, and prepaid consumer and commercial cards issued in the U.S. generated $5.550 trillion in purchase volume (spending for goods and services) in 2017, up 7.9% over 2016. Visa (Interlink) and Mastercard PIN-based debit card figures are included in that general purpose card purchase volume. However, credit card cash advances at ATMs, in-store, and at bank branches using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club cards are not included. Also not included are debit card cash withdrawals. Debit card figures in the text and chart...