1. Having a high ratio of debt to equity; using significant borrowed money relative to owned capital to finance operations or investments
The company became highly leveraged after taking out multiple loans to expand.
A empresa ficou altamente alavancada após contrair múltiplos empréstimos para se expandir.
2. In finance, describing a position or investment where borrowed funds represent a substantial portion of the total capital employed
Highly leveraged investments can amplify both gains and losses.
Investimentos altamente alavancados podem amplificar tanto ganhos quanto perdas.