Australian banks increased credit card interest rates in late 2023, amidst expectations of official rate cuts.

Australia's big banks have quietly increased credit card interest rates despite expectations of official rate cuts. According to Mozo.com.au, both low-rate and high-interest reward cards have risen since late 2023, with rates increasing between 0.5% and 1.25% since September. The decline in the value of rewards programs is attributed to the growth of Buy Now Pay Later services, which has reduced banks' interest earnings from credit cards.

April 01, 2024
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