growth rate
[/ɡroʊθ reɪt/]
nounpl: growth rates
taxa de crescimento
1. The percentage increase in a quantity (such as GDP, population, or revenue) over a specific period of time, usually measured annually
The country's economic growth rate has increased by 3% this year.
A taxa de crescimento econômico do país aumentou 3% este ano.
2. In biology, the speed at which an organism increases in size or mass
The plant's growth rate slowed during the winter months.
A taxa de crescimento da planta desacelerou durante os meses de inverno.
3. In business, the rate at which a company's earnings, sales, or market value increases
Investors are concerned about the startup's declining growth rate.
Os investidores estão preocupados com a taxa de crescimento declinante da startup.
In Brazil, 'taxa de crescimento' is a crucial term in economic discussions, particularly regarding macroeconomic policy and development goals. The country frequently discusses growth rates in the context of emerging market performance and comparing itself to other BRICS nations. In the USA, growth rate is a central metric in financial news and investment analysis, often tied to Federal Reserve policy discussions.
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