Referenciakamatként
Referenciakamatként, in the financial sector, refers to a reference rate used as a benchmark for calculating the interest rates of other financial products. This rate serves as a foundational benchmark, influencing the pricing of loans, bonds, and other credit instruments. In Hungary, for instance, the reference rate set by the Hungarian National Bank (MNB) acts as a key benchmark, impacting deposit and loan rates across the banking system. Its significance lies in providing a stable and transparent basis for market participants to price financial products, ensuring consistency and facilitating efficient capital allocation. The movement of a reference rate can signal broader economic conditions, thereby affecting investor behavior and monetary policy transmission.