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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Credit is Back in the Game. Revival in the Market in 2026

The article discusses the anticipated growth in the Polish credit market for 2026, driven by declining interest rates and increased demand for both personal and business loans.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

ANSeS Credits: How to Check Pending Payments and Debit Status

This article provides information on how to check the status and pending payments of ANSeS credits, which many Argentinian workers and retirees are still repaying despite the cessation of new credit issuance.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Delinquency rises amid high interest rates and reaches highest level since 2017

In Brazil, consumer and corporate delinquency on loans has increased to 5.5%, the highest level since 2017, amid elevated interest rates.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Difficulties in Borrowing Money from Banks Lead to Surge in โ€˜Loan Sharksโ€™... Record New Loans in 3.5 Years

The amount of new loans from loan shark companies has surged to a 3.5-year high, indicating a growing trend of middle-to-low credit individuals turning to such lenders due to stricter regulations by the government.

Feb 23 โ€ข 02:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

30% of Applicants for Gyeonggi Extremely Low Credit Loans Used High-Interest or Illegal Money Lending

A significant portion of applicants for Gyeonggi's low credit loan program are struggling financially, with many having resorted to high-interest and illegal money lending.

Feb 20 โ€ข 01:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Noboa warns of treason charges against officials requiring spouse's signature from women for violet credits

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa warns BanEcuador officials against requiring spousal signatures for women seeking entrepreneurial loans, asserting that any such obstruction will be treated as treason.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Credit loan interest rates in banks rise to over 4% for the first time in 14 months... What about stock investment debt?

Bank credit loan interest rates have risen above 4% for the first time in 14 months, prompting concerns about the impact on stock investment borrowing.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Millions of Farmers' Joy... These 4 Major Changes are Coming in KCC, RBI's Announcement!

The Reserve Bank of India has proposed significant changes to the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme to improve loan coverage and limits for farmers.

Feb 14 โ€ข 07:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Linked to Master, Credcesta reached 2.7 million loan contracts and has a pattern of failures, says INSS

Documents from the INSS indicate a significant increase in the benefit of credit loans from Banco Master distributed by Credcesta, highlighting concerns over compliance.

Feb 14 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Last year, young people were issued less than 4% of non-bank creditors' loans, says association

In 2022, individuals under 21 were granted less than 4% of loans from non-bank creditors in Latvia, highlighting significant barriers for this age group.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

BTG Pactual announces acquisition of up to 48% of the fintech meutudo

BTG Pactual is set to acquire up to 48% of the fintech meutudo, a company that facilitates online credit services in Brazil, subject to regulatory approval.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mortgage Credit: How Much You Need to Earn to Buy an Apartment in February 2026

The report discusses the income requirements for obtaining mortgage loans in Argentina, highlighting the challenges posed by rising property prices and interest rates.

Feb 12 โ€ข 00:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Non-bank credit is growing: it now accounts for one in four pesos in consumer loans

Non-bank credit in Argentina has increased significantly, now representing 25% of consumer loans alongside rising irregularity in repayments.

Feb 11 โ€ข 20:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

BIK forecasts that we will borrow 20% more this year for housing purposes

The Polish Credit Information Bureau forecasts a 20% increase in housing loans in 2026, driven by lower interest rates and economic growth.

Feb 11 โ€ข 13:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Poles Have Turned to Loans and Credit. BIK Summarizes a Record Year in the Market

In 2025, Poles borrowed a record amount in loans and credit, driven by stable economic conditions and increasing consumer confidence.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More than 60% of applications for the Mi Casa Propia credit have not been qualified

The Mi Casa Propia credit program by Banco del Pacรญfico in Ecuador is experiencing slow uptake, with over 60% of applications failing to meet qualification criteria.

Feb 9 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

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.

Feb 9 โ€ข 03:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

'With what I earn, I can't survive': nearly a quarter of the elderly are in debt in RS, says Serasa

In Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, a significant number of elderly citizens face rising debt due to insufficient incomes, forcing them to rely on loans and credit for basic expenses.

Feb 8 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Low-Income and Low-Credit Individuals 'Bitten by a Snake'

The article discusses the significant interest rate disparities between bank loans and second-tier financial institutions for low-credit borrowers in South Korea.

Feb 7 โ€ข 00:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Sicoob Credisul's Consigned Credit Offers More Ease and Economy

Sicoob Credisul's consigned credit can be a valuable financial tool when used thoughtfully and planned effectively.

Feb 6 โ€ข 17:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Katseli Law: What Changes in Installments, the Damage and the Danger

The Katseli Law, affecting 350,000 debtors and guarantors, is causing significant backlash among private debt managers following a Supreme Court decision that alters the interest calculation method for these loans, making it a global exception in banking credit practices.

Feb 6 โ€ข 04:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

The banking sector expects to restrict credit to families due to a government law

The banking sector warns it will impose stricter conditions on consumer loans following a government law limiting the maximum interest rate they can charge.

Feb 5 โ€ข 03:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Greek Banking Association: Housing loans jumped 46.3% in 2025 - Double-digit increase in consumer credit

The Greek Banking Association reported a significant increase in housing loans by 46.3% in 2025, with about 45,000 households securing new loans and a total of โ‚ฌ2.509 billion granted to small businesses.

Feb 4 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

European banks tightened the terms on corporate loans at the end of 2025

European banks have unexpectedly tightened credit criteria for businesses at the end of 2025, raising concerns about future lending practices.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gyeonggi-do reintroduces ultra-low credit loans at 2 million won, 1% interest per year

Gyeonggi-do has improved its ultra-low credit loan scheme and will start accepting applications from the 11th to provide assistance to financially vulnerable residents.

Feb 3 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cresol leads BNDES operations for individuals in 2025

Cresol, a cooperative financial institution, became the largest operator of BNDES resources for individuals in 2025, facilitating over R$ 8.7 billion in loans across more than 103 thousand operations throughout Brazil.

Feb 2 โ€ข 20:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Sicoob Credisul's Consigned Credit Offers More Ease and Savings

Sicoob Credisul's consigned credit provides a convenient financial solution primarily benefiting those who understand its functionality and use it responsibly.

Feb 2 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Credit to families grows by 4% in 2025 due to housing and consumption boost

Spanish households ended 2025 with increased spending, as bank financing to families rose by 4% in December compared to the previous year, reaching a total of 715.884 billion euros, primarily driven by housing loans.

Feb 2 โ€ข 11:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Aid for the Captive Debtor

The government aims to cap the maximum interest rate for consumer loans, including 'revolving' credit cards, at 22%, highlighting the lack of arguments against such a measure.

Jan 12 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
Life & Tech

Bank Loan Tips: Why Loans Get Stuck Even with Good Income and Credit Score?

Despite having a decent income and a good credit score, there are additional factors that banks consider which can affect loan approval.

Jan 12 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Bank of Spain may prohibit consumer loans if it detects a serious risk to the consumer

The Bank of Spain will gain authority to intervene in the credit market, including the power to prohibit consumer loans if serious risks to consumers are identified.

Jan 9 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

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.

Jan 8 โ€ข 07:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Stop the abuse in small loans

A new draft law approved by the Council of Ministers in Spain aims to impose stricter regulations on consumer credit to protect vulnerable clients.

Jan 8 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

Bank delinquency falls to 2.8%, the lowest rate since the real estate bubble

Spanish bank delinquency dropped to 2.84% in October, the lowest level in 17 years, as credit balances increased and unpaid loans decreased.

Dec 26 โ€ข 09:54 UTC

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