Why do Fender guitars use single coil pickups more often than humbuckers?

Fender is one of the most iconic and influential guitar manufacturers in the world, known for shaping the sound of modern music through its legendary instruments. Central to Fender’s identity are its single-coil pickups, which have been featured on many of their classic models. While Fender does offer guitars with humbuckers, single-coil pickups remain a