Thursday 20 January, 2022
Companies have started to offer online shoppers the option to spread the cost of a purchase over a set period of time.
Online card fraud rose by 21% compared with the same period in 2019, the BPFI said.
68% of consumers reported spending more online in 2020 than they did in 2019.
Gardaí said today that up to 10 million online transactions were carried out over the Christmas shopping period.
Gardaí are aware of a scam in which people are asked to pay additional cost for customs clearance.
The main concerns for consumers are the possibility of additional costs.
Figures from the BPFI show €22m was scammed through card fraud alone last year.
Many businesses have seen a large increase in online shopping.
The firm said that the changes have already resulted in over 2,000 more deliveries for over 65 customers.
Banks have also warned the public not to be tricked into giving out their pin number online.
Increased trade doesn’t quite match economic growth, as consumers habits continue to evolve.
Want to avoid giant retailers and go green this Christmas? It’ll take a little bit of extra research – but it is possible.
It is expected that around €250m will be spent by Irish shoppers today.
Forever 21 has become the latest high-profile chain to file for bankruptcy.
One of the main rights consumers have when they buy online from an EU-based retailer is to return an item and receive a refund.
An updated action plan on a no-deal Brexit was discussed at Cabinet today.
And no, it’s not leprechaun hats.
Someone please teach me about willpower and budgeting.
Despite its popularity, e-commerce doesn’t always make business sense.
We need instant gratification.
You will no longer be redirected to a company’s Irish or UK store.
Step inside the Dublin Mail Centre.
A homeowner in Surrey had installed a doorbell camera that filmed the theft of a parcel delivered to his house.
Repak wants online retailers to contribute to recycling efforts being made here in Ireland.
TELL US IF THEY HAVE POCKETS.
So many parcels you forget ordering.
Great, ANOTHER unrealistic body standard for women: Pea-sized heads.
“That shadowy place is Penneys, Simba, You must never go there.”
Mary Mitchell-O’Connor was in Brussels yesterday saying that geo-blocking must be tackled.
People also had issues with electrical goods, online services and car rental.
Dinah Loughlin has since repaid the money.
The aim is to ensure all EU citizens access the same services and prices, regardless of where they’re based.
The scourge of the substituted item.
Footfall is down, but spending is up.
While it is more prevalent than ever before, it’s important to take the necessary precautions before buying anything.
