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Is it okay to borrow money for Christmas spending?

Figures from bonkers.ie suggest that Irish households are expected to spend over €1200 this Chris...

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16.26 10 Nov 2025


Is it okay to borrow money for Christmas spending?


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16.26 10 Nov 2025


Figures from bonkers.ie suggest that Irish households are expected to spend over €1200 this Christmas, between food, presents, socialising and more…

And some will consider borrowing to get through it all - is that a good idea?

John Lowe is from Money Doctors.ie, and joins Ciara Doherty to discuss.


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