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Do you stress about money? Well, you're not alone. Financial anxiety is a common issue many people face, especially in today's uncertain economic climate. The constant worry about bills, debt, and the future can significantly affect your mental and emotional well-being. However, it's essential to recognize that you are not alone in experiencing financial anxiety,…

Gergő's is a rare find in the world of analytics – he truly loves creating reports and always puts data first. And he has a ton of interesting hobbies! Keep reading to find out more about Gergő Zavecz, our 36th Superhero. Bondora Superhero #36 — Gergő Závecz 👦Bondorian since May 2022 🔍Role: Senior Analyst 💡Team:…

The growth that kickstarted in July has continued into August, with increases across the board. Loan originations, as well as investment product funding, totaled over €15M each in August. Cash recoveries and collection efforts also increased to over €1M. Here are more stats from August: 1,404 new investors joined Bondora in August. In the same…

CNBC, a world leader in business news, has announced its top 200 fintech companies worldwide. And this year, Bondora features on this prestigious list. We’re thrilled and honored to be listed among fintech legends like Revolut, PayPal, Klarna, and more. Working with Statista, a respected market research and data analytics company, CNBC shared the list…

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s not uncommon to see people constantly upgrading their lifestyles as their incomes increase. This phenomenon is known as ‘lifestyle creep’ or ‘lifestyle inflation.’ While it may seem like a natural progression to indulge in finer things as you gain more money, succumbing to lifestyle creep can have serious financial consequences…

July kickstarted what could be the rebound after a slow summer for investments and loan originations. Both originations and investments totaled over €14M each in July. The API technical error has been fixed, and cash recoveries and collection efforts also increased. Here are more statistics from July: 1,273 new investors joined Bondora in July. In…

A fit body and fit mind perfectly characterize this Superhero. Aleksandr Knjažetski is as into triathlons as he’s into being a Jira power user. This guy is a next-level driven innovator at work. So, get inspired by reading the article below👇 Bondora Superhero #35 — Aleksandr Knjažetski 👦Bondorian since October 2022 👨‍💼Role: Engineering Manager ⚙️Team:…

We’re more than halfway through the year! Like with any goal, it’s essential to celebrate achievements along the way to stay motivated on the path to success. A lot has happened already, and there’s much to be proud of. Here are 6 highlights from Q2 2023; check them out:  Go & Grow reopened to all…

You must be counting down to your next annual leave this summer. And guess what? You deserve it! It's your chance to prioritize yourself, reflect on things, and set work aside to have a blast. But hold on a second – while holidays are thrilling, they can also drain your bank account if not planned…

‘So far, we have issued credit agreements in accordance with the law and previous guidelines. We don’t foresee significant changes in lending conditions. I can reassure investors that credit hasn’t been issued in any loose or casual way.’ – Pärtel Tomberg, CEO and Founder of Bondora. Background During the last few months, the Estonian Financial…