N26 Blog: Banking Basics

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What is deflation—and what does it mean for the economy?

Central banks do everything in their power to avoid deflation—but why? What causes deflation, and how can it negatively affect the economy? Read on to learn more!
9 min read
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Everything you need to know—but were never told—about your bank account number

Learn everything you need to know about your bank account number and understand what types of transactions you can make with it.
5 min read
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What is a central bank, and what is its role?

Heard of it, but not really sure what a central bank is? Find out what role this institution plays, and its influence on a country’s economy.
5 min read
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What does inflation mean for you and your money?

With prices steadily rising, you might be wondering what the current inflation means for your savings. Here you’ll learn about the effects of inflation on your personal finances.
8 min read
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How to negotiate salary: 10 tips for a better job offer

Wondering how to negotiate salary for a new job, or how to ask for a raise in your existing role? Read on to discover our 10 top tips for getting the salary you deserve.
6 min read
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The minimum wage in France—everything you need to know

You’ve heard of SMIC but don’t know what it means? Read on to learn all about how the minimum wage is calculated in France—and much more!
4 min read
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What is a salary?

A salary is the money you’re paid to do a job. But there’s more to it than that. Our complete definition of salary includes how it works and what that means for you.
7 min read
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Laptop insurance and tablet insurance—should you get covered?

Investing in insurance can wind up saving you big time. Here’s what to consider when insuring your devices.
7 min read
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Insurtech—the new force taking on the insurance industry

Find out everything you need to know about Insurtech, the new disruptive force shaking up the insurance industry and how it might affect you.
3 min read
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How to read your payslip—these are the 4 things you need to know

There’s a lot of information on your payslip—do you know what all of it means? There are 4 essential points to keep in mind in order to get a better understanding of your payslip.
6 min read
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Foreign transaction fees to look out for when using your debit card abroad

How much are you paying for foreign transaction fees and ATM withdrawals when using your card abroad? Read this article to learn more.
6 min read