Personal loan vs overdraft: Which one secretly costs you more? | Personal Finance

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Banks and fintechs are increasingly offering instant credit options such as personal loans and overdraft (OD) facilities through digital platforms. While both provide quick access to funds, they differ sharply in structure, repayment terms and overall borrowing costs. Overdrafts offer flexibility for short-term liquidity needs and personal loans provide structured funding for planned expenses. Understanding these differences is critical to avoid higher costs and make smarter borrowing decisions. #personalloan #bankoverdraft #personalfinance Important Playlists National News: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK5e1a2965YXb9Oh62yur4MRCdRLL6gCt Business News: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK5e1a2965YVXM88oXiuA1JMLZtODGP1y World News: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK5e1a2965YW0Swy6-R3i50F5FbtDRiEe BS Decoded: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK5e1a2965YWYuC7DEL8Lxl-rhiElowEE Want access to Business Standard’s premium insights? Join our exclusive LinkedIn

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