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What is Discount Rate (Central Bank)?
The interest rate a central bank charges when lending to commercial banks.
ExampleRaising the rediscount rate pushed up borrowing costs.The figures in the example illustrate the concept; they are not current market data.
Related terms
Interest Rate CorridorThe band between a central bank's lending and borrowing rates; it gives monetary policy flexibility.Central BankThe official institution that sets monetary policy, manages interest rates and supervises the financialMonetary TighteningCentral bank policy aimed at fighting inflation by raising rates and reducing liquidity.RecessionA period of economic contraction defined as GDP shrinking for two consecutive quarters.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Discount Rate (Central Bank)?
The interest rate a central bank charges when lending to commercial banks.
What is Discount Rate (Central Bank) called in Turkish?
In Turkish financial reporting and news, Discount Rate (Central Bank) is called Reeskont Oranı.
Which concepts are related to Discount Rate (Central Bank)?
The concepts most often mentioned together with Discount Rate (Central Bank) are Interest Rate Corridor and Central Bank.