World Aug 13, 2026 · 1 min read

Is Australia’s Buy Now Pay Later boom at an end?

Several firms promised to disrupt the consumer credit market by offering consumers their purchases instantly and the bill later. Did it work?Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAfterpay has never turned a profit in Australia. Last month, it spent millions to take over a Sydney...

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by Luca Ittimani
Is Australia’s Buy Now Pay Later boom at an end?

Several firms promised to disrupt the consumer credit market by offering consumers their purchases instantly and the bill later. Did it work?

Afterpay has never turned a profit in Australia. Last month, it spent millions to take over a Sydney Olympic Park arena.

The company says Afterpay Arena will be the first venue where Australians can “buy now, pay later” for their event tickets, merchandise, dinner and even alcohol.

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This article was originally published by The Guardian and written by Luca Ittimani.

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