Cardholders Prefer Debit as Credit-Card Use Falls, Javelin Says

Americans are shunning their credit cards and using debit to avoid incurring more debt , said Javelin Strategy & Research.

Vietnam's Jan-Aug credit growth 15 pct -report

HANOI, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Credit growth in Vietnam at the end of last month had risen an estimated 15 percent from the end of 2009, well below an annual target of 25 percent, a state-run newspaper said on Tuesday.

Watch out for hidden fees on "free" credit report websites

If you're looking for a loan, you'll need a good credit score. So called free credit reporting companies sometimes charge a fee. There are other options that never require fees to get an accurate credit score.

Ahead of the Bell: Consumer Credit

Consumer borrowing is expected to fall for a fifth consecutive month in July as households keep cutting back on their use of credit.

Report strengthens third-level fees case

THE case for reintroducing third-level fees is strengthened by the latest OECD report on global education funding but the economic think-tank has also warned against up-front charges for students.