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Sainsbury's Bank has reduced its personal loan rate to 6.5% APR typical from 6.9% APR typical for loans of GBP7,000 or more.

Everyone wants low rate personal loans - but how do you know you're getting good value? The tip is to look for personal loan rates that specify a typical APR (Annual Percentage Rate) and compare the best available rates. At Sainsbury's Bank, we only offer outstanding value low rate personal loans; our personal loans are currently available at a typical rate of just 6.5% APR. See how we compare.

He, however, clarified that some loan rates may rise by one per cent and some by 0.50 per cent, but the average would be 0.75 per cent. The interest rate hike would be announced in a few days, he added. Aggarwal's statement came amid reports that ICICI and Kotak are increasing auto interest rates by 0.75-1 percent this weekend. Acting pursuant to the increase in cash reserve ratio by the Reserve Bank, SBI had announced 0.75 per cent in its benchmark prime-lending rate to 12.25 per cent in February.

As the unsecured personal loan rate is higher compared to secured loans, remember that you are paying a high interest every month. It is therefore best to make your payments on time without trying to stretch yourself too much. Do not default on payments and try to repay a good amount every month, so that the loan doesn抰 become a burden dragging on for months on end. Try to seek a balance at what you are comfortable paying each month.

"We have announced hike in benchmark prime lending rates by 75 basis points...we will be raising rates of all (personal) loans, except for housing and education, by 75 basis points on an average," SBI MD Yogesh Aggarwal said.

The rate cut on retail loans will be applicable on all new loans from October 8 to December 31, while the reverse mortgage scheme for senior citizens above 60 years will be offered at all SBI branches from October 12.

Sure, we have loan specials just like everyone else, and they may be the perfect fit for you, but they may not. By speaking to one of our lenders, you'll find the best product - and the best rate - for you. That's the main thing.

Banks have also been criticised recently for excessive charging on credit cards and overdrafts as well as on currency exchange.