prime rate

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As for upcoming economic data releases, investors will be on watch for new foreign direct investment data expected soon as well as the central bank’s announcement on the latest loan prime rate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

It has steadily increased since 2022, mostly because of an increase in the prime rate, the benchmark for card issuers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

The 1-year loan prime rate is at 3.45% and the five-year LPR is at 4.2%.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 19, 2023

Economists had also expected the bank to lower its five-year loan prime rate, which the country's mortgages are pegged to.

From BBC • Aug. 20, 2023

The prime rate has been cut almost in half, and we must work together to bring it down even more.

From State of the Union Address by Reagan, Ronald