Credit cards are crucial for Indians, offering easy access to credit and helping build a strong credit history. The total number of credit cards in India is projected to grow and reach 200 million by FY28-29, growing at a CAGR of 15% according to a report by PwC. Over the last five to six years … Read more
A good credit score holds immense value in India while applying for credit cards and loans. While loan repayment and usage of credit cards form most of your credit scores, people often ask if they will remain creditworthy even if they settle bills such as their mobile bill. How is your mobile bill going to … Read more
Did you apply for a credit card and it was declined because of a poor credit score? Else, you want to apply for a personal loan and realised that your credit score is too poor to make the cut. If that is the case, be aware that you are not alone. There are a large … Read more
Several different forms of debt such as credit cards demand personal loans and medical expenses become complicated to handle at once. You can simplify debt repayment through debt consolidation loans which also help you decrease both interest costs and payment complexity. Understanding this choice requires specific information for potential applicants. What is debt consolidation? Debt … Read more
In today’s consumer-driven world, buying electronic gadgets and more has become much easier with attractive EMI (Equated Monthly Instalment) options. EMI options have given consumers the flexibility to make high-value purchases without immediate full payment, enabling better financial management. Among the various EMI options available, no-cost EMI stands out as an attractive choice for many. … Read more
As India goes digital in payments, virtual credit cards are being touted as a secure and convenient substitute for the trustworthy much used older cards. These credit cards make the process of payment more seamless and easier for users and ensure that the entire transaction remains secure, digital and swift. Still, are they actually safer? … Read more
A personal loan is quite different from other variants of loans. Unlike other loans such as a house loan or a car loan, a personal loan is an unsecured loan. Rate of interest charged on personal loan is usually higher than that of other loans and it does not require a collateral from the borrower. Key … Read more
In a major step towards improving the timeliness and accuracy of credit reporting, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a new policy mandating banks to report credit bureau accounts on a 15-day cycle from January 1, 2025. This shift from the earlier monthly cycle is expected to give lenders and borrowers a clearer … Read more
Unlike a soft inquiry which is carried out when you check your credit score, a hard inquiry happens when you apply for a loan. This leads to an adverse impact on your credit score, albeit temporarily. It is for this reason that it borrowers are recommended to apply for multiple loans within a short span … Read more
The Indian credit card market as of March 2025 continues to grow at a fast pace, with estimates predicting a spectacular growth in card volumes in the future. But how many credit cards do you need? Now it is a given that there is no single answer to this, it varies based on spending patterns, … Read more