澳大利亚的购物者面临隐藏的收费和误导性交易,因为BNPL在挣扎,储蓄账户条件严格。
Australian shoppers face hidden fees and misleading deals, with BNPL struggles rising and savings accounts having strict terms.
澳大利亚消费者面临对隐藏成本和误导做法的日益关切,该委员会透露,第三方杂货交付应用程序的收费可能比店内价格高出40%,而能源比较工具往往排除了商业伙伴关系带来的最佳交易。
Australian consumers face rising concerns over hidden costs and misleading practices, with CHOICE revealing that third-party grocery delivery apps can charge up to 40% more than in-store prices, and energy comparison tools often exclude the best deals due to commercial partnerships.
76%的用户报告有困难,促使监管者要求银行将BNPL债务纳入贷款决定。
Many shoppers are also struggling with buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) repayments, with 76% of users reporting difficulties, prompting regulators to require banks to factor BNPL debt into lending decisions.
同时,流行储蓄账户现在提供高达5%的利息,但有条件。
Meanwhile, popular savings accounts now offer up to 5% interest, but come with conditions.
敦促消费者独立核实报价,并在面临债务压力时及早寻求资金帮助。
Consumers are urged to verify offers independently and seek financial help early if facing debt stress.