Buy now, pay later: one in seven people lose track of payments
Why this matters
This regulatory update from BaFin focuses on the risks and consumer protection issues related to the growing 'buy now, pay later' (BNPL) payment model, which is particularly popular among younger consumers. The update provides insights into consumer behavior and potential over-indebtedness, highlighting the need for enhanced regulation and oversight in this area.
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What the BaFin said
Buy now, pay later: a common practice in online shopping. A survey by BaFin shows that deferring payments can be risky - especially for young consumers.
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Context
Bundesanstalt fur Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin) — Germany's financial services regulator. We track 250 updates from them.
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This update is classified under Consumer Protection / Conduct, Reporting & Disclosure, Consumer Credit and Payments & E-Money.