{"id":2640,"date":"2025-01-09T09:57:57","date_gmt":"2025-01-09T07:57:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swaper.com\/blog\/?p=2640"},"modified":"2025-01-09T09:57:57","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T07:57:57","slug":"welcoming-2025-a-look-back-at-december-and-highlights-from-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swaper.com\/blog\/en\/welcoming-2025-a-look-back-at-december-and-highlights-from-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcoming 2025: A Look Back at December and Highlights from 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Happy New Year, everyone! As we welcome 2025 with excitement and ambition, let\u2019s take a moment to reflect on the achievements of the past year and the milestones we\u2019ve reached.<\/p>\n<p>December 2024 brought a remarkable conclusion to an already eventful year. Let\u2019s dive into the numbers and updates that defined December and 2024 as a whole.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>December 2024 Statistics <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>In December, Swaper achieved some impressive figures:<\/p>\n<p>Swaper\u2019s total funded loan volume reached 760 million EUR by December\u2019s end. During last month, we added 45 521 new loans with a total funded amount of 24.9 million EUR bringing the cumulative loan count to over 2.1 million loans.<\/p>\n<p>Interest earned by our users collectively reached 10.6 million EUR, marking a steady return. For detailed insights, don\u2019t forget to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/swaper.com\/en\/statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">statistics<\/a>\u00a0page.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>2024 was a year of growth, innovation, and exciting trends. Here are some highlights:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>We crossed the 700 million EUR mark in total funded investments mid-year.<\/li>\n<li>Users from over 25 countries is showcasing the wide-reaching appeal and accessibility of Swaper.<\/li>\n<li>Loan Diversity: more than 2 million loans were funded throughout the year, providing opportunities for short-term and long-term goals.<\/li>\n<li>User Growth: the community of active users grew by 15% compared to 2023, showcasing increasing engagement.<\/li>\n<li data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaper.com\/blog\/en\/introducing-2-year-business-loans-on-swaper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">2-Year Business Loans<\/a>: a while ago, we successfully introduced business loans on the platform. This product offers attractive returns of up to 16%\u00a0for our <a href=\"https:\/\/swaper.com\/en\/loyalty-bonus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">loyalty program<\/a> participants, with consistent monthly interest payments and an option for early exit.<\/li>\n<li>We implemented One Time Passwords (OTPs) for withdrawals, adding an extra layer of security to your transactions. This feature ensures that your funds are protected and transactions are verified efficiently.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/swaper.com\/blog\/en\/swapers-2023-annual-report-is-out-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">From Swaper\u2019s 2023 annual report<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/swaper.com\/blog\/en\/wandoo-finances-2023-financial-results\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wandoo Finance\u2019s quarterly overviews<\/a>, we\u2019ve continued to prioritize transparency and keep you informed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Updates from Our Blog<\/h4>\n<p>2024 was also a productive year for our blog, where we published around 10 insightful posts to help you make the most of your financial journey.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout December, our blog explored strategies and insights to help our users make informed financial decisions. Here\u2019s a glimpse of what you may have missed:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/swaper.com\/blog\/en\/smart-savings-strategies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Smart Savings Strategies<\/a>: Discover innovative ways to grow your savings using peer-to-peer marketplaces like Swaper. This post highlights the benefits of diversifying savings strategies, achieving higher returns, and using features like auto-invest to maximize growth.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/swaper.com\/blog\/en\/the-power-of-budgeting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Power of Budgeting<\/a>: Learn how effective budgeting can transform your financial journey. This blog covers practical steps to take control of your finances, set achievable goals, and build lasting confidence. A must-read for anyone looking to enhance their financial well-being.<\/p>\n<p>As we kick off the new year, we\u2019re grateful for your trust and partnership in 2024. Together, we\u2019ve reached significant milestones, and 2025 promises even greater opportunities. Let\u2019s continue to grow, innovate, and succeed.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s to a prosperous and fulfilling year ahead!<br \/>\nYour Swaper Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Happy New Year, everyone! As we welcome 2025 with excitement and ambition, let\u2019s take a moment to reflect on the achievements of the past year and the milestones we\u2019ve reached. December 2024 brought a remarkable conclusion to an already eventful year. Let\u2019s dive into the numbers and updates that defined December and 2024 as a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":2641,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"no","ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2640","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-announcements"],"blocksy_meta":{"styles_descriptor":{"styles":{"desktop":"","tablet":"","mobile":""},"google_fonts":[],"version":6}},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Welcoming 2025: A Look Back at December and Highlights from 2024 - Swaper Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/swaper.com\/blog\/en\/welcoming-2025-a-look-back-at-december-and-highlights-from-2024\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Welcoming 2025: A Look Back at December and Highlights from 2024 - Swaper Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Happy New Year, everyone! 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