Mariusz Cholewa: In Finance, Transparency Matters
Mariusz Cholewa emphasizes the importance of having a comprehensive credit history database for financial security and market stability in Poland.
The LEGO Group Achieves Record Results in 2025
LEGO Group reports a 12% increase in revenue for 2025, driven by strong brand performance and consumer demand.
Frauds Have Invented a New Way to Extort Money – Don't Fall for It
Experts warn that fraudsters are sending fake official documents to customers, tricking them into using third parties for obtaining loans.
Lower growth than expected in the Swedish economy
The Swedish economy is experiencing slower growth than anticipated, leading the government to revise its growth forecast downwards due to factors including the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict and cautious consumer spending.
Martin Lewis tells mobile users to 'text 5 digit code now'
Money saving expert Martin Lewis advises 14 million UK mobile phone users to text a specific code to check if they are still under contract and potentially save money.
Banks Request Larger Discounts on Penalties After Compensation for 'Hong Kong ELS'
Banks are lobbying for substantial reductions in penalties related to the flawed sales of investment products linked to the Hong Kong HSCEI index, citing over 1 trillion won in compensation already paid to investors.
AD FEATURE: Car finance scandal: how to check your agreements to see if you're owed a payout
Brits affected by the car finance scandal may claim compensation based on their finance agreements.
Financial Supervisory Service Launches Financial Consumer Protection Advisory Committee with Professor Kim Woo-chan as Vice Chairman
The Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) has launched the Financial Consumer Protection Advisory Committee aimed at enhancing consumer protection in finance, appointing Kim Woo-chan as vice chairman after the inaugural meeting held in Seoul.
The Ministry of Finance will begin monitoring fuel station margins
The Ministry of Finance in Czechia plans to monitor the profit margins of fuel stations in response to rising fuel prices.
More credit should be directed towards fostering productivity
A banking CEO emphasizes the need for credit to focus more on enhancing productivity rather than consumer spending, especially in light of the high delinquency rates observed in certain segments of the financial system.
Car finance compensation update for millions of drivers who could be due £700
Millions of drivers in the UK may receive compensation for unfair car finance deals under a proposed scheme set to be announced by the FCA.
Almost half of those who buy appliances in installments have trouble paying
A recent survey reveals that nearly 41% of appliance purchasers in Argentina who buy on credit are facing payment difficulties.
Does it make sense to take a used car on operational leasing? We calculated it for you
Operational leasing for used cars is becoming increasingly popular among consumers in Czechia as they seek more affordable alternatives to purchasing new vehicles.
Serasa Debt Negotiation Fair Offers Discounts of Up to 99% in Pará
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 Fair Renegotiates Debts with Up to 99% Discount; See How to Participate
Serasa has launched a new debt renegotiation initiative, offering discounts of up to 99% for over 2,200 participating companies until April 1.
We all sit in the subscription trap
The author expresses concern over the increasing costs of subscription services and their impact on consumers.
Latvia Raises Economic Growth Forecast for 2026 to 2.6 Percent
Latvia's Ministry of Finance has raised its GDP growth forecast for 2026 to 2.6 percent, reflecting stronger-than-expected economic performance.
Huhtamäki's revenue and results declined
The domestic consumer packaging manufacturer Huhtamäki Oyj reported a 7% decline in revenue and a 6% decrease in adjusted operating profit in the last quarter of the previous year.
Notification on February 14
The Hankyoreh newspaper reports on various local events, including a discussion on distorted historical narratives, recognition of an award for consumer finance protection, an art competition, and a significant donation to a research institute.
In January, the annual inflation was 3.1%, monthly – 1.5%
Lithuania's inflation rates in January showed a year-on-year increase of 3.1% and a monthly increase of 1.5%.
Ligi: The delay in publishing the consumer price index with the new methodology is disappointing
Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi expresses disappointment over the postponement of the consumer price index data release, citing technical difficulties faced by the Statistics Office.
Ministry of Finance lowers GDP forecast and raises inflation forecast for 2026
Brazil's Ministry of Finance has slightly downgraded its economic growth forecast for 2026 while raising its consumer inflation estimate for the same year.
Saving as a couple: what are joint accounts and how should they be used?
The article discusses the challenges of financial management in a couple's life and offers recommendations from the Federal Consumer Prosecutor's Office on how to effectively use joint accounts for financial organization.
Banks complicate free package for citizens. They're not the only ones to blame
Banks in Croatia are finding various ways to obstruct a law that guarantees citizens the right to free basic banking services, asserting that activating this free package is more complex than issuing loans.
Judge says Trump administration must continue funding consumer watchdog
A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must continue funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which faces potential collapse due to political threats.
Why cheap doesn't always mean safe? Legal risks of foreclosure auctions
The article discusses the potential legal risks associated with foreclosure auctions, emphasizing that low prices may not guarantee safety in such transactions.