The rising cost of capital refers to increased expenses for borrowing money or equity financing, driven by higher interest rates or stricter lending conditions. Businesses use this metric to reassess investment decisions, often delaying expansion. Lenders and investors benefit, as they earn greater returns, while borrowers face tighter margins.
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