Glossary
Interest Rate
The interest rate is the price of borrowing, expressed as a percentage of the amount owed per year. It can be fixed or floating, and it can be charged on the reducing balance or, less commonly, on a flat basis. The rate you are offered depends on your profile and the loan. For a complete picture of
Related terms: Annual Percentage Rate (APR), Fixed Interest Rate, Floating Interest Rate.
Published 12 Nov 2026
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