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Pros and cons of starting a business with personal loan
Former beauty queen Rotondwa Musitha took a risk and used money she won from beauty competitions to start her waste management business in Limpopo in 2018. “I saved a lot of money from the competitions I entered and accumulated more from my other...

Credit Card Debt Per Borrower Climbs To £2,920 As Consumer Optimism Grows
The average credit card debt per borrower has climbed to £2,920 – according to the Consumer Credit Report 2025 from TransUnion, a global information and insights company. With two-thirds (67%) of consumers feeling financially comfortable and 43%...

Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card review: Simplicity for points beginners
Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card overview The no-annual-fee Bank of America® Travel Rewards credit card has the potential to be a solid flat-rate card if you are a member of the Bank of America Preferred Rewards® program. However,...

Savings account Average Monthly Balance: These 4 PSU banks have waived off minimum balance charges
Punjab National Bank (PNB) will also no longer charge penalties for failing to maintain the minimum average balance (MAB) in all savings accounts. At PNB, charges for the non-maintenance of MAB were previously directly proportional to the extent...

Resident floored after making disgusting discovery left on doorstep by neighbor: 'Who even does something like this?'
"It crosses the line into harassment." by Jamie SpekaJuly 20, 2025 A package of dog poop was left on the doorstep of one disgusted Redditor's home by their neighbor. In an attempt to make sense of the rude gesture, the tenant turned to the...

Changes to Social Security Payments Begin This Month Amid Overpayment Adjustments
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Millions of Social Security recipients may see their benefit checks cut by 50% starting this July due to new government rules aimed at recovering past overpayments. The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that...

Mindful Monday: Financial advice for new grads & their families

Rising credit card defaults put Argentine bank stocks on alert
The increase in credit card defaults recorded in Argentina in April, which continued in May and June, not only casts doubt on the continued consumption in the coming months, but could also affect the stock market of the financial sector. This is...
Personal Loans of Up to Rs 55 Lakhs Available on Bajaj Markets
Pune, July 2 — Bajaj Markets, one of the leading financial marketplaces in India, enables salaried individuals to explore and apply for personal loans of up to Rs 55 Lakhs from multiple trusted lenders. With interest rates starting at 9.99% per...

Philippines’ credit card debt reaches ‘critical risk’ levels
MANILA, Philippines – Credit card debt in the Philippines is at a “critical” risk level as the typical borrower owes more than four times their monthly income, according to Singapore-based fintech firm Roshi Pte Ltd. The company, which describes...

Credit card thief who bought firearm online still unidentified, per BCSO
BEAUFORT Co., SC (WTOC) - The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual who broke into a vehicle and stole someone’s credit cards last week. The Sheriff’s Office says the cards in question were...

Personal loan vs line of credit: Which borrowing option fits you best?
When you want to borrow money from a bank for a personal purpose, you can choose from various credit products. These include a personal loan, line of credit, credit card, etc. In this article, we will discuss what is a personal loan and line of...

Personal loans: Aside from interest rate, these are the other factors one could examine
At the time of applying for a personal loan, borrowers tend to compare the interest rates which lenders charge. While the rate of interest on personal loan is a vital consideration, there are other factors as well which loan applicants could...

Personal Finances in Your 70s and more
Reaching your 70s is a major milestone — a time to enjoy the rewards of a life well-lived. But this stage also comes with important financial considerations. Whether you’re already retired or continuing to work part-time, managing your money...

Credit card skimmer found at Camden Piggly Wiggly, police warn shoppers
CAMDEN, SC (WACH) — A credit card skimmer was discovered at a Piggly Wiggly in Camden on Sunday, June 29, and police believe it may have been in place for up to two weeks before being found. Camden Police Chief Jack Rushing said that while no...

Personal loans take lion’s share
42 PERSONAL loans to households constituted the largest share of private sector credit in Zimbabwe during the first quarter of 2025, accounting for 28,44 percent of total lending, outpacing agriculture (17,15 percent) and manufacturing (13,47...

AU Small Finance Bank share: Nuvama maintains reduce, sees 18% downside on weak NIM and rising stress in MFI, mortgage portfolios
Nuvama has maintained its Reduce rating on AU Small Finance Bank, with a target price of ₹650, indicating an 18% downside from the current market price of ₹790.30. The brokerage flagged a soft Q1FY26 performance, marred by margin pressure and...

The beautiful UK seaside town with £2.71 pints and historic pier
A UK seaside town made the top 10 list of cheapest pints of beer in Europe, offering pints to visitors for as little as £2.71. The price of pints varies across the country, with areas like London and Brighton boasting the highest rates for beer...

Don’t fear volatility, focus on businesses: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 27%
Investment Ideas Synopsis For all those who thought that a bullish market doesn't see volatility, the way the street has behaved in the last few days is a reminder that volatility is integral to any market. Now, is there any point in trying to...

Stock Radar: M&M likely to break out from 1-year consolidation range; time to buy?
Investment Ideas Mahindra and Mahindra stock may soon break out. It has been consolidating for almost a year. Experts suggest buying the stock on dips. Synopsis Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is poised for a breakout after consolidating for nearly a...