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Definition of 'Interest Rate Ceiling'

The maximum interest rate that a financial institution can charge a borrower for an adjustable rate mortgage or loan according to the contractual terms of the mortgage or loan. This interest rate is expressed as an absolute percentage.
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Investopedia explains 'Interest Rate Ceiling'

For example, the terms of the loan might state that the interest rate can never exceed 19%.
An interest rate ceiling is sometimes used interchangeably with the term "lifetime interest rate cap". However, an interest rate cap is usually expressed as a maximum change allowed in an initial interest rate.

For example, a 5% interest rate cap would suggest that the interest rate on the borrower's loan can fluctuate within a 5% range during any specific rate adjustment period.

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