Mum on Universal Credit has heating off to pay for her dogs
A mother on Universal Credit cuts her heating costs to afford necessary care for her dogs amidst rising pet expenses.
Tinubu calls for fairer African financial system
President Bola Tinubu advocates for a more equitable global financial system, emphasizing the need to address the disproportionate borrowing costs faced by African nations due to skewed assessments by credit rating agencies.
Trump intensifies offensive against US consumer protection agency
The Trump administration is ramping up its attack on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, claiming it imposes excessive credit costs on Americans.
Credit card rates hit 'eye watering' record high amid 'toxic mix' warning
Credit card rates in the UK have reached a record high, significantly impacting millions of customers with unprecedented borrowing costs.
Strict Budget: Many Save on Travel - Vacation on Credit Not an Option
A significant portion of Germans plan to travel in 2026 despite rising costs, with many focusing more on budget-friendly options.
Flags and machines dispute over more than R$ 5 billion left by Will Bank and Fictor
Mastercard and American Express are in a dispute over who should bear the costs related to credit card defaults from Will Bank and Fictor, which amounts to over R$ 5 billion.
Credit or Rent? The Differences in Costs Are Diminishing
The article explores the diminishing differences in costs between mortgage loans and renting in various Polish cities, alongside trends in loan availability and consumer preferences in the real estate market.
Alert for banks: all lines of credit for remodeling the kitchen
Seven financial entities are offering lines of credit specifically for kitchen remodeling amid rising construction costs.
Sterling’s Q4 income dips to N16.34bn
Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc saw a 23.8% drop in its Q4 profit to N16.34 billion compared to the previous year, attributed to increased credit loss expenses and operating costs despite a rise in interest income.
BBC expert says little-known discount can mean 'up to 90 percent' off water bills
A BBC expert highlights a little-known discount that could reduce water bills by up to 90% for low-income households facing rising costs.
Mortgage Credit: Greece Among the Top Five Cheapest Countries in the Eurozone
In November 2025, Greece ranked among the top five cheapest countries in the Eurozone for mortgage interest rates, experiencing a steady decrease in borrowing costs and returning to positive credit expansion in housing loans for the first time in 15 years.
Moody's: Budapest's Credit Rating is Junk
Moody's has downgraded Budapest's credit rating to junk status, citing increased borrowing costs linked to a dispute between the city's mayor and the government.
Mortgage now while you can: the dilemma of signing now or waiting amid rising credit costs
Banks are ending the mortgage rate war and increasing interest rates, making it harder to secure a fixed-rate loan at low percentages.