What does Interest Rate mean?

The percentage at which interest is charged on a loan or investment. Interest rates can vary and can have a significant impact on the overall cost of borrowing or the return on an investment. Interest rates can be fixed, meaning the rate stays the same over the life of the loan, or adjustable, meaning the rate can change over time.

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