Rising prices are steering more Indian consumers towards EMI payment plans, with financing now accounting for 42% of smartphone sales, especially in Tier 2 cities where 57.5% of purchases are made on EMI, according to Counterpoint Research. Smartphone financing is…
Values are more fluid than often perceived, changing quietly with age, roles, and experience. recognising these shifts can lead to more authentic and meaningful life choices. People often talk about values as though they were fixed possessions, handed down intact…
A crucial distinction between lifetime mortgages and home reversion deals can significantly affect the long-term debt for retirees. Experts highlight how compound interest can cause debts to grow unexpectedly over time, emphasising the importance of checking loan statements and understanding…
India’s Unified Payments Interface continues to dominate the digital payments landscape, but its rapid expansion shows signs of slowdown amid discussions over introducing merchant charges for large transactions, signalling possible shifts in the country’s digital economy. India’s Unified Payments Interface…
Indian SaaS startups increasingly prioritise payment platforms that streamline compliance, recurring billing, and cross-border transactions, as alternatives to Stripe emerge with features tailored for local needs. For Indian SaaS founders, the problem with Stripe is less about whether it works…
With low costs, transparency, and ease of access, index funds are increasingly popular among Indian first-time investors, offering a straightforward route into equities as market options expand and diversify. Index funds have become an increasingly popular way for new investors…
Paytm’s shares surged to a new 52-week high following a bullish upgrade from Bernstein, driven by positive broker sentiment, potential monetisation benefits from India’s payment reforms, and improving quarterly financials amid growing regulatory clarity. Paytm’s shares surged to a fresh…
India’s Unified Payments Interface is rapidly establishing itself in international markets, leveraging diaspora usage and infrastructure exports to reshape global digital payment dynamics and extend India’s influence beyond its borders. India’s Unified Payments Interface has moved from a domestic success…
UniCredit Consumer Financing in Bulgaria launches a new online payment platform allowing customers to make loan repayments anytime, anywhere, with added convenience and security. UniCredit Consumer Financing has launched an online payment platform that allows customers in Bulgaria to make…
A new report emphasises the power of small, consistent financial habits , like budgeting and reducing unnecessary expenses , to improve financial health more effectively than dramatic sacrifices. Small, steady changes can make a bigger difference to personal finances than…
