Brief

Restaurant chain Planet Hollywood became the latest unlikely contender in the financial market this week with the launch of its Visa credit card. The card, which features a vibrant logo rather than the Hollywood stars who back the chain, is a joint venture with MBNA International Bank, and offers an interest rate of 19.9 per cent. Perks for cardholders include worldwide queue-jumping at the restaurant chain, a 50 per cent discount on all theatre tickets, and a free t-shirt.