interest rates
[/ˈɪn.tər.əst reɪts/]
nounpl: interest rates
taxas de juros
1. The percentage of a sum of money charged as interest to the borrower, typically expressed as an annual percentage rate
The central bank raised interest rates to combat inflation.
O banco central aumentou as taxas de juros para combater a inflação.
2. The cost of borrowing money or the return on investment earned on savings or loans
Higher interest rates make mortgages more expensive for homebuyers.
Taxas de juros mais altas tornam as hipotecas mais caras para os compradores de imóveis.
3. The benchmark rates set by central banks that influence lending and borrowing costs throughout the economy
The Federal Reserve's interest rates affect the entire financial system.
As taxas de juros do Federal Reserve afetam todo o sistema financeiro.
In Brazil, interest rates (taxas de juros) are a significant economic indicator closely monitored by the Banco Central do Brasil (Central Bank of Brazil). Brazil historically has had higher interest rates compared to developed nations, reflecting inflation concerns and economic risk premiums. The term is essential in financial literacy discussions, especially given the prevalence of consumer credit and mortgages in the Brazilian economy.
Related Idioms & Phrases
rates are through the roof - taxas estão pelas nuvens
tight monetary policy - política monetária restritiva
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