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Account balances continue to slide and outlook for Christmas spending remains unclear
Claims management companies have driven a big rise in successful claims to the regulator, experts say
Making a ‘Money Claim Online’ is an alternative option for consumers seeking redress
High-earner Josh has some debts to clear, but has been offered a mortgage
Whether you’re a super saver, debt slayer or big spender, finding the right deal on your finances is key
Coronavirus has hastened the demise of cash, but digital systems still need a back-up
Millions could have applied for temporary pandemic relief in UK thinking their creditworthiness would be unaffected
Why not support your local businesses if you can afford to?
Although US consumers’ debt levels are lower than in 2008, a swift end to payment holidays would leave millions vulnerable
Banks and regulators prepare for next wave of financial distress among UK customers
Bond yields have dropped as investors snap up new issues backed by low-quality loans
Lenders look to offer payment relief to distressed customers until end of September
Use of cash expected to continue declining as coronavirus changes consumer habits
Increasing numbers of consumers turn to card providers for help
Forbearance and federal support programmes disguise how badly Americans have been hit
Credit card giant sets aside $1.7bn to cover losses and warns more will be needed
Customers looking for an emergency credit card during the coronavirus crisis have fewer options
Up to 20% of loan and credit card borrowers have asked to defer bills compared with 4% at rivals
Citigroup says customers reduced purchases by about 30 per cent in last week of March
How to navigate government help schemes, the benefits system, redundancy pay and help from banks
Watchdog proposes temporary freezes on repayments to help customers in difficulty
Chancellor urged to consider ‘debt freeze’ to help low-income households after pandemic
Regulator urged to allow customers to postpone payments for up to 3 months
Increasing the cap from £30 intended to reduce physical contact and queueing at checkouts
Bankers consider lower credit limits for some customers as economic fallout from virus mounts
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