SA consumer credit market stabilises

TransUnion’s Q4 2025 South Africa Industry Insights Report shows the consumer credit market shifting from a tentative recovery to broader stabilisation driven by steady inflation and interest rates, as well as improvements in consumers’ repayment behaviour. During the quarter there was again notable growth in vehicle asset finance and the personal loans market, while retail […]

Interest rates on hold, but consumers are under pressure

it-online.co.za - 27/Mar 09:08

Following yesterday’s decision by the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), the latest data from TransUnion points to a...

Nigeria: House of Reps urges flexible repayment plan for COVID-19 loans

worldstagenews.com - 07/Apr 22:28

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), NIRSAL, and SMEDAN to restructure the repayment system for...

EVs account for record 14.6%+ of new car sales in Australia during March, amid fuel crisis

techau.com.au - 07/Apr 11:29

The Australian automotive market has reached a significant milestone this March, with electric vehicle sales hitting a record market share despite a...

Inflation Hope vs. Rate Reality: Is Housing Market at Crossroads?

zacks.com - 31/Mar 13:42

Will easing inflation or stubborn mortgage rates shape the U.S. housing market's next move as affordability and geopolitical risks cloud recovery...

Consumer strain as Sarb keeps interest rates steady

dailynews.co.za - 26/Mar 14:11

SARB holds rates steady on inflation worries

dailynews.co.za - 26/Mar 13:25

3 Consumer Loan Stocks That Could Win Big From Industry Tailwinds

zacks.com - 27/Mar 13:53

While subdued asset quality and macro uncertainty are concerns, lower rates and easier lending criteria are expected to boost the Zacks Consumer Loans...

Interview: Chinese brands reshaping South Africa's auto market, says AutoTrader CEO

wn.com - 26/Mar 13:33

by Ntandoyenkosi Ncube JOHANNESBURG, March 26 (Xinhua) -- Chinese automobile brands are rapidly reshaping South Africa's automotive market, driven by...