Credit Cards

Up Bank data shows how peak-isolation changed spending habits

As we begin to move out of coronavirus restrictions, new data shows just how significantly our spending was affected at the peak of the shutdowns.

By William Jolly ● June 02, 2020

Retail sales plummet 17.9% as retailers struggle during pandemic

Australian retail turnover recorded its worst ever monthly fall plummeting nearly 18% in April in seasonally adjusted terms.

By Emma Duffy ● May 20, 2020

Three quarters of Aussies financially stressed due to COVID-19

The panic created by COVID-19 has caused great deals of financial stress among Australians, with 77% saying they feel that way.

By William Jolly ● May 14, 2020

Coronavirus drives record growth for retail sales in March

Retail sales increased by a record 8.5% in March, as panic buying and online shopping spurred an enormous increase in consumer activity.

By Emma Duffy ● May 06, 2020

Customer spending "may be past its lowest point", Commbank says

Spending momentum in Australia has improved over the last couple of weeks, indicating the nation may be past the bottom of the COVID-19 spending trough.

By William Jolly ● May 05, 2020

Contactless payments surge 44% during COVID-19 as shoppers fear germs

Nearly half of Aussies have decreased their use of cash when making purchases in person because of coronavirus fears, new data shows.

By Emma Duffy ● April 30, 2020

Westpac finally switches on Apple Pay

Westpac has finally joined the Apple Pay party, becoming the last of the major banks to do so.

By William Jolly ● April 28, 2020

Westpac introduces credit card interest payment holidays

Westpac customers in financial stress due to COVID-19 will be able to have their credit card interest payments paused for three months.

By Harrison Astbury ● April 24, 2020

Where can I get a credit card with a low interest rate?

The lowest interest rates for credit cards can be under 10% per annum, but what are the catches?

By Harrison Astbury ● April 21, 2020

What are some credit cards with no annual fee?

Three words. Say it and I’m yours. “No annual fee”. It’s enough to make anyone’s heart melt, but what should you know about these credit cards?

By Harrison Astbury ● April 20, 2020

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