Loan sharks prey on Malaysia downturn - 26 June 09
- 12 years ago
Malaysia's shrinking economy is allowing at least one shadowy business to profit.
With banks reining in lending, many people are being driven towards loan sharks - who offer quick cash at huge interest rates, with often painful penalties for late payment.
Al Jazeera's Harry Fawcett reports.
With banks reining in lending, many people are being driven towards loan sharks - who offer quick cash at huge interest rates, with often painful penalties for late payment.
Al Jazeera's Harry Fawcett reports.