The prime rate is the interest rate that commercial banks charge their most creditworthy customers, primarily large corporations. It serves as a benchmark for various types of loans and credit products, influencing the rates that individuals and businesses pay for loans, such as personal loans, mortgages, and credit cards. The prime rate is generally tied to the Federal Funds Rate, which is set by the central bank (like the Federal Reserve in the United States).
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