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Publishers Clearing House to Refund $18.5M to Misled Customers

5/2/2025

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Publishers Clearing House is set to pay $18.5 million to 281,724 customers misled by false promises, as announced by the Federal Trade Commission. Targeting vulnerable older and low-income consumers, the company will automatically refund affected individuals within 90 days. Even amid bankruptcy, PCH aims to keep its sweepstakes alive while pivoting to digital advertising.

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Publishers Clearing House is set to pay $18.5 million to 281,724 customers misled by false promises, as announced by the Federal Trade Commission. Targeting vulnerable older and low-income consumers, the company will automatically refund affected individuals within 90 days. Even amid bankruptcy, PCH aims to keep its sweepstakes alive while pivoting to digital advertising.