Koronkorkojärjestelmällä

Koronkorkojärjestelmällä refers to a financing arrangement in Finland where the interest rate on a loan is linked to the Euribor (Euro Interbank Offered Rate) benchmark interest rate. This system is commonly used for mortgages and other types of consumer loans. The core principle is that the loan's interest rate fluctuates with the broader market interest rates, meaning it can increase or decrease over time.

When a loan is tied to a koronkorkojärjestelmällä, a specific Euribor rate (e.g., 12-month Euribor) is chosen as the reference point. To this Euribor rate, a fixed margin is added by the lending institution. This margin represents the bank's profit and risk assessment. Therefore, the total interest rate on the loan is calculated as Euribor + margin. For example, if the 12-month Euribor is at 3% and the bank's margin is 0.5%, the borrower's interest rate would be 3.5%.

The primary advantage of a koronkorkojärjestelmällä for borrowers is the potential for lower interest payments when market rates fall. Conversely, the main disadvantage is the risk of increased loan payments if market rates rise. Lenders benefit from a system that aligns their lending costs with market conditions, helping them manage their own interest rate risk. Repayment schedules and loan terms are structured to account for these potential fluctuations, and borrowers are typically informed of the Euribor rate changes that affect their payments.