The short answer
The registry records Bloomberg Digital Subscription as a possible interpretation of BLOOMBERG* SUB. This descriptor-to-company association has not passed claim-level evidence review. Compare the exact line, amount and posted status with your own receipt or account activity; the name alone cannot confirm the merchant or whether you authorized the payment.
What do the parts of BLOOMBERG* SUB mean?
- BLOOMBERG * SUB
- Before the asterisk, "BLOOMBERG" usually names the platform or parent company. After it, "SUB" usually names the product, store or order. How descriptors work →
The notes below are unreviewed registry explanations, not confirmation of merchant identity, authorization or current policy. Claim-level source review is pending for this entry.
Understanding your Bloomberg subscription charge
Unreviewed registry note: A statement line showing BLOOMBERG* SUB indicates an active digital news membership billed by Bloomberg L.P. This charge corresponds to a Bloomberg Digital Subscription, which grants unlimited access to reporting on Bloomberg.com, Bloomberg Businessweek articles, market analysis, and live Bloomberg TV broadcasts. Most individual subscribers see recurring monthly charges of $34.99 or annual renewal fees of $299.00. The charge confirms that an account was created directly through Bloomberg's website or their mobile application using your payment card.
Unreviewed registry note: The most frequent reason cardholders are caught off guard by this charge is the expiration of an introductory discount. Bloomberg frequently advertises promotional rates, such as $1.99 per month for the first three months. Once that trial window closes, the subscription automatically rolls into the standard rate of $34.99 per month without requiring extra authorization. Another common scenario involves annual subscriptions that renew automatically twelve months after your initial sign-up, posting as a single $299.00 charge that you might not have anticipated.
- Unreviewed registry note: Monthly digital news subscription renewal ($34.99/mo).
- Unreviewed registry note: Annual digital all-access subscription auto-renewal ($299/yr).
- Unreviewed registry note: Introductory promotional rate expiring and increasing to standard rate.
- Check bloomberg.com/account Unreviewed registry note: Log in at bloomberg.com/account to inspect your subscription tier and payment history.
Frequently asked questions
What can the BLOOMBERG* SUB lookup establish?
It provides a reference for this exact statement wording and the registry's recorded interpretation. It cannot establish that you authorized the payment or confirm the merchant from a name match. Inspect this entry's evidence status and compare the original transaction with your account records.
What should I ask my issuer about BLOOMBERG* SUB?
Provide the exact descriptor, amount, date and pending or posted status. Ask which transaction system was used and which merchant or originator details are available. Explain any suspected error or unauthorized payment explicitly and keep the institution's response.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Bloomberg L.P.. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Sources and evidence
Sources may support different parts of this page. A company homepage does not establish a statement descriptor, refund policy or contact detail. Check the claim notes and your own receipt before acting.
- Bloomberg Terms of Service https://www.bloomberg.com
- CFPB: Subscription Dispute Guidance https://www.consumerfinance.gov
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