AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCard Costs: Australian rent platforms are shifting payment costs into service fees or paid memberships after card surcharges were banned. Separately, the tax office’s planned credit-card payment ban has been delayed until June 2027 following small-business backlash. U.S. merchants report record processing fees of $198.25 billion, keeping pressure on who should pay. Household Debt: Credit-card defaults are rising, and lenders expect more missed payments as families struggle with bills. Advisers warn against tapping retirement savings to clear card debt. Investing: Income and growth ETFs serve different long-term goals, while advisers urge investors to avoid election-driven trades and keep emergency savings. Experts also caution consumers to check AI-generated financial advice.
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