Grab charges over 230% interest on loans to Philippine bike riders

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•Grab offers in-app loans to motorcycle taxi drivers in the Philippines.
•The interest rate on these loans exceeds 230%.
•The loans are used by riders to cover daily costs and maintain their vehicles.

What Could Happen If...

▸Philippine regulators impose caps on interest rates for digital loans Grab and similar companies would need to reduce loan interest rates, easing financial pressure on bike riders.

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🌍Philippines

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🏛Grab

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FINANCENikkei AsiaGrab charges Philippine bike riders over 230% interest for in-app loans

Grab has been charging motorcycle taxi drivers in the Philippines more than 230% interest on loans accessed through its app. This high interest rate affects the financial well-being of many bike riders who rely on these loans for daily expenses and vehicle maintenance. The practice raises concerns about borrower exploitation and the need for regulatory oversight in digital lending.