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equalization

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˌikwəɫɪˈzeɪʃən// equal·iza·tion Finance
Definition

n. the process of making two things the same in value or amount. In finance, it often refers to adjusting prices or payments so they are fair and balanced.

n. the process of making two or more things equal in value, amount, or status. In a financial context, it typically involves adjusting for differences in interest rates or exchange rates to ensure a fair transaction.


SIMPLE

The bank handles the equalization of interest rates between the two countries.

CONTEXTUAL

After the merger, the company had to manage the equalization of benefits for employees from both former organizations.

COMPLEX

The central bank's intervention was designed to prevent the equalization of exchange rates, which would have otherwise led to a significant loss of domestic market share for local exporters.

Origin

From equalize + -ation.

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