money-mongering1
/ˈmʌnɪˌmʌŋɡ(ə)rɪŋ/derogatory. Now rare
noun
The action or practice of dealing in money; especially moneylending.
Origin
Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Mercurius Pragmaticus (for King Charls II). From money + mongering, after money-monger.
money-mongering2
/ˈmʌnɪˌmʌŋɡ(ə)rɪŋ/derogatory
adjective
That deals in money, especially that lends money.
Origin
Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Mercurius Fidelicus. From money + mongering, after money-monger.