Stick or twist: The hidden costs of switching a mortgageMortgage cash-back offers often lose attractiveness due to hidden costs like legal expenses and breakage fees, underscoring the need for informed decisions.
Central Bank decision to disband consumer protection unit fuels fears customers will be weakenedThe Central Bank's consumer protection directorate is being abolished, raising concerns about the prioritization of consumer protections amid ongoing criticism.
OECD warns Central Bank to ensure consumer protection remains top priority as unit disbandedCentral Bank's consumer protection unit closure may risk consumer advocacy effectiveness, warns OECD.
Thousands may have paid inflated interest rates in suspected car sales scandalUrgent investigation into discretionary commission arrangements in car finance is needed to protect consumers in Ireland.
Stick or twist: The hidden costs of switching a mortgageMortgage cash-back offers often lose attractiveness due to hidden costs like legal expenses and breakage fees, underscoring the need for informed decisions.
Central Bank decision to disband consumer protection unit fuels fears customers will be weakenedThe Central Bank's consumer protection directorate is being abolished, raising concerns about the prioritization of consumer protections amid ongoing criticism.
OECD warns Central Bank to ensure consumer protection remains top priority as unit disbandedCentral Bank's consumer protection unit closure may risk consumer advocacy effectiveness, warns OECD.
Thousands may have paid inflated interest rates in suspected car sales scandalUrgent investigation into discretionary commission arrangements in car finance is needed to protect consumers in Ireland.
Is Lebanon's new central bank governor another Riad Salameh'?Lebanon's new central bank governor may lack the independence needed for necessary reforms amid the ongoing economic crisis.
Uganda court charges senior finance officials with corruption over central bank hackingNine Ugandan officials charged with corruption related to $21 million hacking incident affecting the central bank.
Bangladesh up against time to find stolen billions: Central bank governorCentral Bank Governor Ahsan Mansur is initiating a campaign to recover wealth illicitly transferred from Bangladesh by elite political and business figures.
Mauritius issues arrest warrant against former central bank governorFormer central bank governor Harvesh Kumar Seegolam is being investigated for alleged conspiracy to defraud, raising concerns of governmental financial misconduct in Mauritius.
Uganda court charges senior finance officials with corruption over central bank hackingNine Ugandan officials charged with corruption related to $21 million hacking incident affecting the central bank.
Bangladesh up against time to find stolen billions: Central bank governorCentral Bank Governor Ahsan Mansur is initiating a campaign to recover wealth illicitly transferred from Bangladesh by elite political and business figures.
Mauritius issues arrest warrant against former central bank governorFormer central bank governor Harvesh Kumar Seegolam is being investigated for alleged conspiracy to defraud, raising concerns of governmental financial misconduct in Mauritius.
Sudan's army seizes control of central bank amid steady gains in KhartoumThe Sudanese army's control of the central bank indicates a critical shift in power amid ongoing conflict with the Rapid Support Forces.
Russia's GDP growth slowed in Q2 while inflation continued to soar on the back of heavy state spending: reportRussia's GDP growth slowed to 4% in Q2 amidst rising inflation. Central bank raised interest rates to combat overheating.
Turkish inflation on a downward trendTurkey's annual inflation rate slowed to 49.4% in September, disappointing analysts and suggesting a challenging economic outlook despite past interest rate hikes.
Inflation in Chile: Price deceleration returns - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comInflation in Chile has slowed, providing relief from previous pressures and opening room for potential interest rate cuts.Consumer prices showed modest growth, with key sectors experiencing declines that contributed to easing inflation.
Moderate inflation in Chile and peso's appreciationThe Chilean peso is appreciating amidst a mixed economic outlook and expectations of unchanged interest rates.
Russia's GDP growth slowed in Q2 while inflation continued to soar on the back of heavy state spending: reportRussia's GDP growth slowed to 4% in Q2 amidst rising inflation. Central bank raised interest rates to combat overheating.
Turkish inflation on a downward trendTurkey's annual inflation rate slowed to 49.4% in September, disappointing analysts and suggesting a challenging economic outlook despite past interest rate hikes.
Inflation in Chile: Price deceleration returns - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comInflation in Chile has slowed, providing relief from previous pressures and opening room for potential interest rate cuts.Consumer prices showed modest growth, with key sectors experiencing declines that contributed to easing inflation.
Moderate inflation in Chile and peso's appreciationThe Chilean peso is appreciating amidst a mixed economic outlook and expectations of unchanged interest rates.
PTSB boss "failed to act in the best interests of tracker mortgage customers"Mr. Guinane was found not guilty of dishonesty, but may face sanctions due to procedural failures at PTSB.
Russians are so nervous about the economy that the central bank took to Telegram to dismiss rumors about deposits being frozenThe Russian central bank has firmly dismissed rumors about freezing retail deposits, affirming its commitment to financial stability and citizen rights.
Median interest rate on mortgages is up, says Central BankNon-bank lenders offer lower mortgage rates than traditional banks, highlighting a shift in the lending landscape.
China's Central Bank Stops Buying Bonds as Deflation Fears Grip EconomyThe Chinese central bank's halt on bond purchases signals stagnation, aiming to adjust the declining interest rates amidst low inflation.
Mortgage rates at their lowest level in year and a halfIrish mortgage rates are declining slowly compared to the Eurozone, with the gap at its widest in over two years.
Why is Sweden one of the first countries to lower interest rates?Sweden's central bank lowered its interest rate due to economic slowdown and high sensitivity to interest rate hikes.
Median interest rate on mortgages is up, says Central BankNon-bank lenders offer lower mortgage rates than traditional banks, highlighting a shift in the lending landscape.
China's Central Bank Stops Buying Bonds as Deflation Fears Grip EconomyThe Chinese central bank's halt on bond purchases signals stagnation, aiming to adjust the declining interest rates amidst low inflation.
Mortgage rates at their lowest level in year and a halfIrish mortgage rates are declining slowly compared to the Eurozone, with the gap at its widest in over two years.
Why is Sweden one of the first countries to lower interest rates?Sweden's central bank lowered its interest rate due to economic slowdown and high sensitivity to interest rate hikes.
Libya's eastern government says oilfields closed over central bank spatThe shutdown of oilfields in Libya reflects deeper tensions between rival governments disrupting potential peace negotiations.
Libya central bank halts operations over employee abduction DW 08/19/2024The Central Bank of Libya has suspended operations due to the kidnapping of its head of IT amid rising tensions and threats from armed factions.
Libya's central bank chief flees country over militia threats: ReportLibya faces intensified political turmoil as the central bank's governor flees from militia threats, leading to a suspension of banking operations.
Deal to Reopen Libya's Central Bank Eases Fears of Renewed ConflictLibya has agreed on a new Central Bank governor, signaling potential stabilization amid longstanding political tensions.
Libya's central bank suspends operations' after official abductedThe Central Bank of Libya halted all operations due to the abduction of an official, highlighting severe security concerns.
Libya's eastern government says oilfields closed over central bank spatThe shutdown of oilfields in Libya reflects deeper tensions between rival governments disrupting potential peace negotiations.
Libya central bank halts operations over employee abduction DW 08/19/2024The Central Bank of Libya has suspended operations due to the kidnapping of its head of IT amid rising tensions and threats from armed factions.
Libya's central bank chief flees country over militia threats: ReportLibya faces intensified political turmoil as the central bank's governor flees from militia threats, leading to a suspension of banking operations.
Deal to Reopen Libya's Central Bank Eases Fears of Renewed ConflictLibya has agreed on a new Central Bank governor, signaling potential stabilization amid longstanding political tensions.
Libya's central bank suspends operations' after official abductedThe Central Bank of Libya halted all operations due to the abduction of an official, highlighting severe security concerns.
China Unexpectedly Cuts Interest Rate as World Markets SagChina's central bank cuts key interest rate to counter economic challenges and housing market crisis.
Bitcoin Little Changed as China Announces Stimulus; Traders Say Harris' Win Unlikely to be BearishBitcoin and ether fell after China's central bank announced stimulus measures, while local stock indices rose sharply as traders favored equities over crypto.
China Unexpectedly Cuts Interest Rate as World Markets SagChina's central bank cuts key interest rate to counter economic challenges and housing market crisis.
Bitcoin Little Changed as China Announces Stimulus; Traders Say Harris' Win Unlikely to be BearishBitcoin and ether fell after China's central bank announced stimulus measures, while local stock indices rose sharply as traders favored equities over crypto.
Australia to Prioritise Wholesale CBDC Over RetailAustralia's central bank prioritizes a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC) for its advantages over a retail version.