balanced deal

[/ˈbælənst diːl/]
nounpl: balanced deals
acordo equilibrado
1. an agreement or transaction where both parties receive fair, equitable value and neither side is significantly disadvantaged
The trade agreement was considered a balanced deal because both countries benefited equally.
O acordo comercial foi considerado um acordo equilibrado porque ambos os países se beneficiaram igualmente.
2. a business arrangement where concessions and benefits are distributed fairly between all involved parties
After weeks of negotiation, they finally reached a balanced deal that satisfied everyone.
Após semanas de negociação, eles finalmente chegaram a um acordo equilibrado que satisfez todos.
3. a settlement or contract in which the terms are just and proportional to the interests of each party
The divorce settlement was deemed a balanced deal by the mediator.
O acordo de divórcio foi considerado um acordo equilibrado pelo mediador.
In Brazilian business culture, 'acordo equilibrado' reflects the importance of fairness and mutual satisfaction in negotiations. In the USA, particularly in New York, the concept of a 'square deal' or 'balanced deal' is deeply rooted in American business ethics and the principle that both parties should leave the table satisfied. This term is frequently used in corporate negotiations, real estate transactions, labor disputes, and international trade agreements.
NYC Slang
square deal
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fair dealequitable arrangementwin-win agreementmutual agreementfair trade
Antonyms / Antônimos
unfair dealone-sided agreementinequitable arrangementlopsided deal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
acordo equilibrado
most common and neutral term used in business and legal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
acordo justo
slightly more informal alternative commonly used in local commerce
São Paulo
negócio equilibrado
business-oriented term preferred in corporate environments
Portugal
acordo equilibrado
same as Brazilian Portuguese; 'negócio justo' also acceptable

Related Words

negotiationcompromiseagreementsettlementequityfairnessmutual benefit

Related Idioms & Phrases

win-win situation
level playing field
fair shake
both sides win
mutual benefit arrangement
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