Credit Cards
Credit card 0% intro purchase deals getting longer
Andrew Hagger of Moneycomms.co.uk looks at how the market has evolved for credit cards offering introductory interest free deals on purchase transactions.
Cardholders confused about credit rating
Research by Saga Platinum credit card shows that one in four adults (24%) have five or more credit agreements but on average more than a third of people (34%) couldn't identify what factors might harm their credit rating.
New £20 M&S voucher offer with MBNA Platinum Credit Card
MBNA is offering new customers the chance to get their hands on a £20 Marks and Spencer voucher when they apply for the MBNA Platinum Credit Card exclusively through its website.
Cashback is king for credit card spenders
Customers spending £500 a month on their plastic can earn up to £131 a year by playing their cards right as cashback rewards grow, analysis from financial research company Defaqto for Capital One shows.
Extended balance transfer window for new Arsenal Credit Card customers
Arsenal Football Club and MBNA have launched a new credit card offer for customers and fans, now with a new and extended balance transfer window.
American Express raises the bar on Cashback
American Express is making The Platinum Cashback Credit Card even more compelling for new customers by increasing the cashback that can be earned at its introductory rate.
Man United opens credit card 16-month balance transfer ‘window'
Manchester United Football Club and MBNA have launched a new credit card offer for customers and fans, now with a new balance transfer window.
MBNA launches new low-fee balance transfer credit card
UK-based credit card lender MBNA has launched a new 14-month balance transfer credit card offer with its lowest fee - just 1.25 per cent.
Do you take cards? One in three carry less than a fiver
One in three Brits now carry less than a fiver in cash – while one in 20 never carry any money, a study has revealed.
Lead the life of Brian if you want good credit
Men named Brian have on average the best credit profile in the UK, while for ladies it is Helen, according to research from Confused.com.
Brits at risk of ID theft as laid-back attitudes leave us ‘logged in’
UK consumers are the most likely in Europe to become victims of ID fraud and new research from ID fraud expert Equifax has revealed one of the key ways that Brits are putting themselves at risk.
UK at greatest risk of identity fraud in Europe
The UK is at the greatest risk of identity fraud throughout Europe, according to new independent research.
MBNA launches "Everyday" credit card
MBNA has launched a new credit card offering consumers an all-in-one solution to their everyday spending and debt consolidation needs.
Earn cashback on National Rail and Transport for London spend with Santander
From Monday 24 September, Santander 123 Credit Card customers will be able to earn 3 per cent cashback on their National Rail travel and Transport for London spend including tube, train and bus travel.
aqua attracts 200,000 applications in first three months
aqua, the credit card business that helps people who are new to credit or customers looking to restore their credit ratings, has seen strong demand for its innovative cards with more than 200,000 applications in the three months since their launch.