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  • Explained: How virtual credit cards work December 22, 2023 08:02 AM IST

    Explained: How virtual credit cards work

    An advantage of the virtual credit card is that it empowers cardholders with advanced transaction controls and limits that protect against misuse and reduce the risk of significant financial loss.

  • LIC IDFC FIRST credit card: A Moneycontrol review December 19, 2023 10:21 AM IST

    LIC IDFC FIRST credit card: A Moneycontrol review

    Though the card offers extra reward points for LIC policy premium payments, the reward rate is not very lucrative. Also, most benefits offered are available with other credit cards, too

  • DreamFolks launches card-based membership programme for travellers December 18, 2023 06:27 PM IST

    DreamFolks launches card-based membership programme for travellers

    With the new program, people will be able to access airport lounges without having a credit or debit card, DreamFolks said

  • Banking Central | How RBI may have averted a potential consumer debt crisis December 18, 2023 12:47 PM IST

    Banking Central | How RBI may have averted a potential consumer debt crisis

    In the post-Covid period, personal loans as a percentage of total bank loans have risen significantly. These loans are the first to take hit in the event of an economic crisis. The RBI action has come as a timely step

  • Why Do Credit Cards Refuse Reward Points On Utility, Insurance And Rent Payments December 22, 2023 10:14 AM IST

    Why Do Credit Cards Refuse Reward Points On Utility, Insurance And Rent Payments

    Many credit card holders have been found to use sharp tactics to earn faster rewards points. This has prompted banks to exclude categories such as utility bill, insurance and rent payments from their reward-earning lists.

  • Seven financial changes that may impact you this December December 01, 2023 12:07 PM IST

    Seven financial changes that may impact you this December

    From providing nomination or opt-out for investments in MFs and demat accounts to changes to HDFC Bank’s Regalia credit card lounge access within India, you need to be aware of several changes in the financial arena.

  • Banks prefer to lend money to salaried, than self-employed, says a Paisabazaar study November 09, 2023 03:29 PM IST

    Banks prefer to lend money to salaried, than self-employed, says a Paisabazaar study

    A Paisabazaar report titled “Making India Credit Fit” says that awareness of credit has gone up sharply among young customers.

  • Love to travel? Here is how you can use credit card to save on travel expenses November 11, 2023 06:42 PM IST

    Love to travel? Here is how you can use credit card to save on travel expenses

    The key to maximising value is understanding the features and benefits of your travel card and using them smartly.

  • When keeping an eye on your credit score, don’t lose sight of the credit utilisation ratio October 26, 2023 07:13 AM IST

    When keeping an eye on your credit score, don’t lose sight of the credit utilisation ratio

    If the ratio is high and consistently so, it might indicate the individual is relying heavily on credit and may be under financial stress.

  • Decoding taxation for international transactions: New TCS regulations explained October 25, 2023 07:42 PM IST

    Decoding taxation for international transactions: New TCS regulations explained

    With effect from October 1, 2023, the new TCS regulations apply to your international spending such as overseas tour packages, forex, remittances, and so on. Whether you're a business owner, a frequent international traveller, or simply curious about how the TCS would be levied, this video is a must-watch.

  • Juggling multiple credit cards? Here are ways to strike the perfect balance October 20, 2023 04:13 PM IST

    Juggling multiple credit cards? Here are ways to strike the perfect balance

    There are several benefits that you can derive from having more than one card, including using them as backup and for efficient cashflow management, but these can easily backfire if you don’t have the highest level of financial discipline and responsibility

  • Maximise your credit card rewards: Here's all you need to know to earn while you spend October 19, 2023 12:05 PM IST

    Maximise your credit card rewards: Here's all you need to know to earn while you spend

    Look for a credit card that not only amplifies your spending power but also offers you complimentary membership to renowned hotel and airline loyalty programmes.

  • Higher TCS on foreign spends: Credit cards exempt for now, book flights, hotels separately to minimise tax impact October 18, 2023 01:12 PM IST

    Higher TCS on foreign spends: Credit cards exempt for now, book flights, hotels separately to minimise tax impact

    The government has clarified that standalone purchases of foreign flights or hotel stays are not considered as a purchase of an overseas tour package; they are covered under LRS.

  • Amazon Pay looking to tie-up with more banks for credit card offerings September 27, 2023 11:12 PM IST

    Amazon Pay looking to tie-up with more banks for credit card offerings

    At present, the company has a tie-up with ICICI Bank for a co-branded credit card as part of which over 42 lakh credit cards have been issued as of June 2023.

  • Credit card rewards: When the wrong Merchant Category Code can be costly for cardholders September 05, 2023 07:26 AM IST

    Credit card rewards: When the wrong Merchant Category Code can be costly for cardholders

    Businesses are categorised by a unique number called the Merchant Category Code. This determines what rewards you get, or not. When a wrong MCC is configured in the banking system, it could land you in trouble, besides depriving you of your rewards.

  • Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card: A Moneycontrol Review October 02, 2023 09:05 PM IST

    Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card: A Moneycontrol Review

    Marriott Bonvoy and HDFC Bank have launched India’s first co-branded hotel credit card. For those who like staying mainly at Marriott hotels, this card is a good thing. But keep in mind that it also aims to convert travellers into Marriott hotel loyalists.

  • Why are banks cutting down on free airport lounge visits? November 01, 2023 06:41 PM IST

    Why are banks cutting down on free airport lounge visits?

    Complimentary visits to airport lounges, which were once a big draw to attract new customers, are now a burden. Banks and credit card companies are now cutting down on free visits.

  • Reeling under huge credit card debt? Here’s how balance transfer helps August 21, 2023 10:54 AM IST

    Reeling under huge credit card debt? Here’s how balance transfer helps

    Credit card balance transfer method is one of the many ways to reduce your credit card debt. But make sure you have the discipline to pay off your debt in time. But if the debt is too high, a credit counsellor is a better option.

  • Equitas Small Finance Bank to venture into credit cards, personal loans segment August 20, 2023 07:30 PM IST

    Equitas Small Finance Bank to venture into credit cards, personal loans segment

    Equitas Small Finance Bank was also investing in developing a mobile application to serve merchants and help improve their business operations.

  • Credit card history: The first person to think of this financial instrument was a sci-fi writer August 12, 2023 03:28 PM IST

    Credit card history: The first person to think of this financial instrument was a sci-fi writer

    Buy now, pay later goes back to at least 1934, when American Airlines and the Air Transport Association issued the first Air Travel Card.

  • What triggers your bank to shrink your credit card limit? August 11, 2023 08:10 AM IST

    What triggers your bank to shrink your credit card limit?

    Stretching the card limit, missing payments, and inactive cards are among the few reasons your bank may decide to cut your credit card limit.

  • US consumer credit card debt hits record $1 trillion August 08, 2023 10:17 AM IST

    US consumer credit card debt hits record $1 trillion

    As per the New York Fed, the youngest Americans aged 18-29 years had the highest credit card delinquency rates in the first quarter of 2023.

  • Festive offers from Amazon and Flipkart: How to make the most of shopping credit cards August 04, 2023 06:00 PM IST

    Festive offers from Amazon and Flipkart: How to make the most of shopping credit cards

    Learning to choose the right shopping credit card is a skill in itself. Weighing the fees and charges against the rewards and benefits you expect from the cards needs some thought. Experts tell you what to look for and prioritise

  • Don't make these five credit card mistakes or you'll be in debt forever August 03, 2023 03:15 PM IST

    Don't make these five credit card mistakes or you'll be in debt forever

    Credit card debts must be carefully managed for long-term financial security. Most credit card holders tend to make a few common mistakes that take them deeper into debt.

  • Six changes in the financial landscape you need to keep an eye on this August August 01, 2023 07:42 AM IST

    Six changes in the financial landscape you need to keep an eye on this August

    August may be the last month to lock in your investments in special FD schemes offering high interest rates. You'd also need to verify your income tax returns, spend smartly as the festival season kicks off, and track the RBI’s monetary policy announcement for any repo rate hike this August.