die Leitzinssenkung
Translation
key interest rate cut, base rate cut
Examples
Die Zentralbank beschloss eine Leitzinssenkung.
The central bank decided on a key interest rate cut.
Eine Leitzinssenkung kann die Wirtschaft beleben.
A key interest rate cut can stimulate the economy.
Grammar Patterns
to decide on a key rate cut eine Leitzinssenkung beschließen The central bank has decided on a key rate cut.
Similar Words
Synonym: Zinssenkung; Antonym: Leitzinserhöhung
Etymology
From 'Leitzins' (key interest rate) + 'Senkung' (lowering, cut). 'Leitzins' itself is 'Leit-' (leading) + 'Zins' (interest).
Memory Tips
Break it down: The 'leading interest rate' (Leitzins) is being 'sunk' or lowered (Senkung).