Fads a debt trap for youths


THE statistics of youths in debt are shocking. Last year’s UCSI Poll Research Centre revealed that 73% of Malaysian youths are in debt and do not have sufficient funds to meet their financial commitments.

Youths should learn to watch their budget closely, particularly with the ease of using credit cards and credit facilities such as buy now, pay later (BNPL) these days.

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