Vulnerable households on the rise

The proportion of households that are heavily indebted grew over the period from 2002 to 2010, increasing their vulnerability, and hence that of the broader economy, to an economic downturn. read more

Cards overtaking cash

Card scheme operators believe Australian consumers have passed an important milestone in the transition from the use of cash to cards. read more

Positive signs for credit card market

Credit card numbers are starting to look positive. Reserve Bank data shows account numbers rising steadily, the value of cash advances and purchases picking up, and credit limits growing too. read more