insufficient reserves
[ɪn.səˈfɪ.ʃənt rɪˈzɜrvz]
noun phrase
reservas insuficientes
1. A situation where the amount of financial resources, supplies, or assets held in reserve is not adequate to meet current or anticipated needs
The bank faced problems due to insufficient reserves to cover customer withdrawals.
O banco enfrentou problemas devido às reservas insuficientes para cobrir os saques dos clientes.
2. In military or emergency contexts, inadequate stockpiles of materials, equipment, or personnel needed for operations
The region declared a state of emergency due to insufficient reserves of medical supplies.
A região declarou estado de emergência devido às reservas insuficientes de suprimentos médicos.
3. In banking regulation, failure to maintain the minimum required capital reserves as mandated by financial authorities
The central bank imposed penalties on institutions with insufficient reserves.
O banco central impôs penalidades às instituições com reservas insuficientes.
This term is particularly significant in Brazilian financial discourse, especially following economic crises and fluctuations in commodity prices. It's commonly used in news media, banking communications, and government fiscal policy discussions. The concept became especially prominent during Brazil's various economic cycles and is closely monitored by the Central Bank (Banco Central do Brasil) as a key indicator of financial system health.
NYC Slang
running on empty
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