The interest rate spread is the difference between what lenders pay for funds and what they charge borrowers. This core banking metric directly drives profitability, with a wider spread indicating higher potential earnings. Financial institutions use it to price loans, manage risk, and gauge market health. Investors and analysts also monitor it to assess economic conditions, while consumers feel its impact through borrowing and savings rates.
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