Topic: Banking terms

How N26 will contact you — and how we won’t.

How N26 will contact you — and how we won’t

Scammers and fraudsters may pose as representatives of N26 to try to steal customer data. Here, we dive into how N26 will and won’t contact you, so that you can spot the scams.
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Bear illustration with its head in a bin.
Bear market: This is what it means
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Bear illustration with its head in a bin.

Bear market: This is what it means

If you think a bear market sounds rather scary, you’re already on the right track. In this article, you’ll learn what a bear market is, why it occurs, how it affects your assets and how long it lasts.
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Bull markets: What they mean for your money
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Illustration of a graph with an arrow pointing up.

Bull markets: What they mean for your money

Not sure what bulls have to do with the financial world? The term is mostly symbolic — but bull markets can have significant effects on your investments. Read on to learn what a bull market is.
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Volatility at the stock market, as seen from the decline in stock values.
What is volatility?
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Volatility at the stock market, as seen from the decline in stock values.

What is volatility?

Here, we explain what volatility means and why fluctuating stock prices can be both a risk and an opportunity.
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N26 notification from a SEPA Instant Incoming Transfer.
SEPA transfers made easy–everything you need to know
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N26 notification from a SEPA Instant Incoming Transfer.

SEPA transfers made easy–everything you need to know

You’ve heard of SEPA payments, but what does it stand for, and how does it actually work? We unpack all you need to know about SEPA transfers here.
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EU flag but the stars are Euro symbols.
The ECB’s key interest rate: what it is and how it affects you
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EU flag but the stars are Euro symbols.

The ECB’s key interest rate: what it is and how it affects you

Since July 2022 the European Central Bank has raised its key interest rate. But what exactly is it? Read on to learn how it works and what the changes might mean for you.
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Euro symbol.
Banking Basics: getting started
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Euro symbol.

Banking Basics: getting started

We’re here to demystify all things banking-related. Read our guide to take a closer look at the basics of your account.
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A credit card being inserted into an ATM.
Banking Basics: ATM fees
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A credit card being inserted into an ATM.

Banking Basics: ATM fees

Confused why you’re getting charged ATM fees when you withdraw your cash? Read more about why it’s happening and how to avoid them next time.
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A text "ATM" against a red background.
Banking Basics: all about ATM cash machines
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A text "ATM" against a red background.

Banking Basics: all about ATM cash machines

ATMs have a solid concept: type PIN, get money. But if you’ve ever wondered what comes next, this guide holds the answers.
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1 cent, 2 cents, 5 cents, 10 cents, 20 cents stack on the top.
Your guide to understanding the policy rate in France
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1 cent, 2 cents, 5 cents, 10 cents, 20 cents stack on the top.

Your guide to understanding the policy rate in France

Let’s unpack the taux directeur—aka the policy rate. Understand how it affects your daily life in France with this simple guide.
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Minimalism: How a simpler lifestyle can help you save money.
Minimalism: How a simpler lifestyle can help you save money
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Minimalism: How a simpler lifestyle can help you save money.

Minimalism: How a simpler lifestyle can help you save money

If you want to reduce your cost of living and improve your peace of mind, a minimalist lifestyle might be right for you. Learn what that looks like and how minimalism can help you save money!
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EU flag but the stars are Euro symbols.
Banking Basics: EU banking rules and regulations
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EU flag but the stars are Euro symbols.

Banking Basics: EU banking rules and regulations

In this Banking Basics, we take a closer look at the rules and regulations that keep your money safe.
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What is Euribor and how does it affect you?
What is Euribor and how does it affect you?
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What is Euribor and how does it affect you?

What is Euribor and how does it affect you?

The European interbank interest rate—or Euribor—impacts everything from your savings account to mortgage rates. Learn more about its impacts in this article.
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