Banks see less demand for assistance compared to previous lockdown

Post author By New Zealand Blog News Service
Post date September 3, 2021

Demand for financial assistance from banks remains low compared to last year’s Covid-19 lockdown, but it’s expected to grow if restrictions are prolonged.

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