An instruction to a bank to allow money to be withdrawn from an account by someone other than the account holder. This is usually used to pay bills, and the amount withdrawn can vary with each payment ...

Small supplier Outfox the Market is changing how it takes monthly direct debit payments, meaning some customers face paying 40% more during winter months – on top of hiking prices for the third time ...

UK-based Fintech TransferWise recently allowed users to set up direct debits in Australian dollars (AUD), in order to settle bills and pay for subscriptions across Australia – which can now be done ...