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Czech courts reported a year-on-year decrease in personal bankruptcies by 114 in February.

Águas das Agulhas Negras is offering special payment conditions for customers with overdue accounts as part of its 'Não Vacila' campaign during Consumer Month.

Unimed Cuiabá is celebrating Consumer Month by offering a campaign that allows customers to eliminate late fees and interest on debts.

The UK is set to remove the £100 cap on contactless card payments starting March 19, allowing for higher transactions but raising concerns about potential fraud and debt risks.

A debt renegotiation fair in Natal, Brazil, offers citizens the chance to settle debts with special conditions and discounts from various institutions.

Buenos Aires has eliminated a 1.2% stamp tax on credit card financing to ease the financial burden on users making minimum payments.

The article examines the economic challenges facing young Norwegians amid rising interest rates and growing consumer debt.

The Procon-MT is organizing a debt negotiation event in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande to assist consumers in managing their debts and understanding their rights.

A new proposal in Poland aims to expand the reporting requirements for consumer credit information, potentially strengthening a monopoly within the financial information exchange system.

A Brazilian consumer was compensated for moral damages after being unfairly charged for a non-existent debt by the power company Cemig, resulting in a week-long power cut.

A debt negotiation fair is taking place in Aracaju, Brazil, from November 11 to 13, organized by the local consumer protection agency (Procon).

The Zero Debt Collective initiative aims to assist consumers in financial distress by providing debt renegotiation services across 21 cities in Rio de Janeiro.

A debt renegotiation event will be held in João Pessoa, Brazil, on March 9 as part of the International Consumer Day celebrations.

The ‘Zero Debt’ initiative in Maranhão allows consumers in São Luís and 38 other cities to renegotiate overdue debts with special discounts and conditions from July 9 to July 13, 2026.

Argentina's appliance sector is launching the Electro Fans sales event to revitalize interest with significant discounts and flexible payment options after a slump in sales and rising consumer debt.

The new energy law in Germany limits consumers' ability to pay off debts in installments, particularly affecting those who use electricity discounters, leading to an increase in power disconnections as criticized by consumer protection groups.

The Bank of Canada has identified three key warning signs indicating a higher likelihood of mortgage default among Canadian households, coinciding with rising mortgage debt and living costs.

Santos, Brazil, has seen a rise in consumer delinquency for the fourth consecutive month, marking a 0.59% increase in January 2026 according to a report by local business associations.

An elderly woman successfully contested a bank's claim for her deceased son's unpaid loan after the bank delayed notifying her of the debt, which had accumulated substantial interest over four years.

The third edition of the 'Negocia Manaus' fair begins today, offering significant discounts on overdue debts and facilities for consumers in Manaus, Brazil.

A recent survey reveals that nearly 41% of appliance purchasers in Argentina who buy on credit are facing payment difficulties.

Finland forecasts economic growth following a modest increase in GDP, driven by investment and consumption despite challenges like high debt and unemployment.

The article discusses the legal implications of not paying credit card bills in India, clarifying that while it is generally a civil matter, fraudulent behavior could lead to legal consequences.

The Serasa Debt Negotiation Fair launches in Brazil, offering significant discounts on debts, with participation from over 2,000 companies, especially benefiting consumers in Pará.

Serasa has launched a new debt renegotiation initiative, offering discounts of up to 99% for over 2,200 participating companies until April 1.

While Finnish consumers are experiencing more recurring payment difficulties, the number of serious debt issues has dropped significantly according to an analysis by the credit management company Intrum.

Beginning November 20, 2026, consumer loans in France will face stricter regulations aimed at reducing the risk of over-indebtedness.

A recent report reveals that a significant portion of Canadians have increased their reliance on credit cards, with many struggling to make payments beyond the minimum.

Brazil is facing a historic level of indebtedness, with millions of citizens in default, significantly impacting condominium finances.

Due to prolonged domestic recession and high interest rates, one in twenty self-employed individuals in South Korea is unable to repay their business loans, a figure that has more than tripled in the past five years.

A survey indicates that UK households are feeling increasingly pessimistic about their finances, reflecting growing debts and sluggish consumer spending.

New rules promising enhanced protections for buy now pay later shoppers in the UK will be implemented this summer, aimed at preventing financial overstretching for consumers.

Changes to buy now, pay later schemes will ensure stricter affordability checks and improved customer support starting July 15, 2026.

A homeowner in Lithuania is facing significant construction defects in their newly built house, with issues costing them 21,000 euros.

Andreas Barth, CEO of Riverty, defends the trend of increasing consumer debt through 'Buy now, pay later' offers and discusses unresolved questions about the future of AI in shopping.