Losing sleep over instalment hikes


PETALING JAYA: The latest increase in the overnight policy rate (OPR) by Bank Negara Malaysia has raised concerns, particularly among those with multiple loans.

Single mother Siti Abdul, 48, from Kuala Lumpur, is worried that her wages will be stretched to the maximum with higher housing and car loans to service every month.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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