More people wanting more credit could be a sign of strain

During the low-interest regime of the pandemic, many consumers took the opportunity to put their credit status in order. But rising interest rates could be straining budgets now

27 November 2022 - 00:00

As usual at the approach of the festive season, discussion is turning to  how households should spend their end-of-year bonus pay cheques so that when January comes, they do not have to run to loan sharks for help. ..

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