INTERNATIONAL CREDIT CARD SPENDS
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ITR filing: Credit card and forex spend reported separately by banks in AIS, know the impact and what you can do
Income tax return: While filing your ITR make a note that banks are now reporting total forex spends as a separate category in addition to total credit card spends. According to Gopal Bohra, Partner, N.A. Shah Associates, "Transactions through international credit cards are currently exempt from TCS, and accordingly, banks do not collect TCS. However, banks report all remittances under LRS through TCS filing, irrespective of whether TCS is collected or not."
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PSBs on the margins in credit cards, but NPAs ahead by a wide margin
Public sector banks in India are navigating the credit card market, facing challenges with high NPAs. The focus on tier-II and tier-III cities is driving credit card sales, with State Bank of India and Bank of Baroda leading in card spending through subsidiaries. Specialized skills and appealing features are crucial for success, particularly in attracting younger consumers with modern products and reward points.
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HDFC Bank credit card charges, term: 9 major changes you should know about
HDFC Bank has made major revisions to its credit card terms and charges. According to the bank's official website, these modifications take effect on August 1, 2024.
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HDFC Bank credit card charges, rules to change from August 1, 2024: Know about new late payment fee, bill payment rules
HDFC Bank announced major revisions to its credit cardholders about terms and charges. The following changes to your HDFC Bank credit card charges will come into effect on August 1, 2024.
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New RuPay UPI credit card rules: NeuCoins you will earn from UPI transactions on Tata Neu Infinity HDFC Bank Credit Card from August 1, 2024
Here is a look at changes that will come into effect for the Tata Neu Infinity HDFC Bank Credit Card from August 1, 2024, as per FAQs posted on the bank’s website.
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Consumer spending peaks in non-metro Indian cities: Visa
Visa, a global digital payments provider, revealed on Thursday that non-metro cities in India such as Dharamshala, Mullanpur, and Vishakapatnam are emerging as the biggest daily spenders. This insight comes from Visa Consulting and Analytics' consumer spending trends for the 2024 summer cricket season. Notably, there has been an overall increase in online transactions across all segments, with food and grocery delivery apps showing a 23% surge in usage.
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Credit Card issuance soars despite worries over unsecured loans
Credit card base in India grew 18% YoY to reach 103 million, with HDFC bank adding the most new cards. However, Kotak Mahindra bank saw a sharp drop amid RBI restrictions. Card spending also grew 17% YoY to reach Rs 1.65 trillion. The credit card industry has seen a continuous decline due to caution about large unsecured loans and asset quality issues.
6 big deadlines, rule changes in July 2024: Credit card rule changes, Paytm wallet, ITR deadline
Money changes in July: With July fast approaching, it's essential to keep track of upcoming money deadlines and rule changes. Here is a look at five money-related changes and deadlines in July.
Credit card bill payment hurdles; startup funding logs slight uptick
Happy Friday! The central bank has mandated credit card bill payments through Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS), but only eight of 34 banks are live on the network, causing concern among payment companies. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Citibank credit cards migration to Axis Bank to be completed on July 15; credit cards migrated, new benefits, 9 important FAQs
Citibank credit cards migration to Axis Bank: According to the Axis Bank website, here is a look at the Citibank credit cards that will be migrated, the new terms and conditions, fees and charges, rewards, and other important migration details.
Axis Bank-Citibank credit card migration: 9 Citi cards transferred to Axis Bank; new credit card names, benefits, reward points
Axis Bank-Citibank credit card migration: Citibank credit card holders should note that your card number, CVV, and transaction limits will stay the same after the migration. Your annual fee, spend-based fee waiver limits, and statement date will also remain unchanged. After the migration, you will have a combined credit limit across all your Citi-branded Credit Card(s) and Axis Bank Credit Card(s).
New UPI-enabled Rupay credit card launched by Federal Bank: How to apply, cashbank offers, reward points
Federal Bank RuPay Wave Credit Card enhances your transaction experience with convenience and rewarding opportunities. With this card, you can enjoy cashback and unparalleled rewards on your purchases.
Best Credit Card: What are the factors to consider while getting one?
There are many factors that influence the applicant who seeks to purchase a credit card. A detailed study would be necessary before applying for a credit card. Consider different factors and choose the best option.
ICICI Bank will not levy these credit card charges from July 1
ICICI Bank credit card charges: These charges will be discontinued from July 1, 2024, according to the ICICI Bank website.Here is a look at the credit card charges that will be discontinued.
Credit cards for international airport lounge access of HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Yes Bank: Complimentary lounge access, other benefits
Top airport lounge credit cards: The credit cards listed below offer considerable number of complimentary visits to international as well as domestic airport lounges, along with other travel and lifestyle benefits
Adani One launches cobranded credit cards with ICICI Bank, enters financial services
Adani One, the super app by Adani group, launches cobranded credit card with ICICI Bank. The card offers rewards for spends within Adani ecosystem.
Adani Group & ICICI Bank launch co-branded credit cards with airport lined benefits
Adani Group and ICICI Bank have joined hands to introduce co-branded credit cards offering airport-linked benefits, aiming to enhance customer experience across various businesses. The Adani One app, launched in December 2022, serves as a digital platform for booking tickets, accessing airport facilities, and more. The cards provide perks like Adani Reward Points on various spends, premium lounge access, free air tickets, discounts on duty-free shopping, and F&B expenses at airports.
HDFC Bank debit, credit cards will not be working on these two days: Check details
HDFC Bank has notified customers via email and SMS that all HDFC Bank debit, credit, and prepaid card transactions would be temporarily unavailable during an update period.
US economic growth last quarter is revised down from 1.6% rate to 1.3%, but consumers kept spending
The US economy grew less than initially estimated in the first quarter of this year, the government reported Thursday, due to weaker consumer spending. Overall, GDP growth in the first quarter was supported by consumer spending, business investment and government spending.
New RuPay credit card on UPI launched: Attractive reward points on online, UPI, offline transactions; lifetime free, other features
IndusInd Bank and Poonawalla Fincorp have launched a co-branded RuPay Platinum Credit card. This card offers reward points on everyday spending on e-commerce websites, including UPI transactions and point-of-sale machine transactions. It has no joining and provides benefits like movie ticket offers and fuel surcharge waivers. All you need to know about IndusInd Bank Poonawalla Fincorp eLITE RuPay Platinum Credit Card.
Banks seek one more month to comply with international card spend rule
Indian lenders are seeking a one-month extension from the government to comply with the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) for international credit card spends. The scheme allows Indian residents to remit up to $250,000 abroad in a financial year for permissible purposes such as education, travel, and investment. Last year, the government announced that forex transactions through credit cards would be covered under the scheme and charged 20% tax collected at source (TCS) beyond the threshold of ₹7 lakh per fiscal.
Top credit cards for international travel with maximum savings, complimentary airport lounge access and more
Before choosing a credit card for international travel, you must check whether the services offered come with global acceptance. For example, if a card offers complimentary hotel memberships, you must ensure that the benefit is applicable globally. Apart from the travel benefits, you must check if the rewards program and other features also align with your spending patterns. The list given below shows credit cards that can help users avail considerable savings on international travel through a low forex mark-up fee, complimentary international airport lounge access, hotel memberships and other benefits. (Source: Paisabazaar. All card information is sourced from the card provider website as of March 11, 2024.)
New credit card rules: Bank of Baroda hikes interest rates and late payment fees on this credit card
Bank of Baroda credit cards: The hiked rates are applicable from June 26, 2024, as per the Most Important Terms and Conditions pages on the GetOnecard website.
Maldives to launch India's RuPay service amid bilateral tensions
Despite recent turbulence in bilateral relations, the Maldives is set to launch India's RuPay service, a move expected to strengthen the Maldivian Rufiyaa. Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed highlighted the significance of the upcoming launch, emphasizing the administration's priority to address currency issues and reinforce the MVR. While no specific date has been announced for the launch, discussions are underway with India to facilitate payments in rupees within the Maldivian territory.
Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card revised cashback structure effective from June 21, 2024
Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card: According to news reports, HDFC Bank has updated the cashback system of one of its most popular credit cards, the Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card. The new cashback structure is effective June 21, 2024.
Top travel credit cards with most value-back: Airport lounge access, discounts on airfare, business class vouchers, rewards
Top travel credit cards: Here are some of the top banks' travel credit cards providing significant value-back on travel spends. Some of these cards are co-branded with popular travel portals or airlines while others offer general travel benefits.
Mother's Day gift: Can credit card be a good gift to your mother especially when she is not earning?
Mother's day: This mother's day give her the gift of financial freedom by by taking out a credit card and giving to her. A credit card will be useful for her in many situations like in case of emergencies, household shopping, etc. A credit card will also help a non-working mother by giving her better autonomy.
Parag Rao explains how HDFC Bank virtual credit card works
Parag Rao, Country Head of Payments Business at HDFC Bank, highlights growth opportunities in the credit card space with the digital ecosystem of HDFC Bank Virtual Credit Card, targeting Gen Z and millennial customers for digital empowerment.
SBI Card Miles Elite: Know details of international travel privileges, lounge program, travel credits and more
With carefully chosen travel advantages, SBI Card has introduced three versions of "SBI Card MILES," its first travel-focused core credit card. SBI Card MILES ELITE, SBI Card MILES PRIME, and SBI Card MILES are the three variations. Here are important features of SBI Card Miles Elite card.
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