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# 名义利率

Nominal interest rate refers to the interest rate before taking inflation into account. Nominal can also refer to the advertised or stated interest rate on a loan, without taking into account any fees or compounding of interest.

## Definition

The nominal interest rate refers to the interest rate that does not take inflation into account. It is often used to describe the advertised or stated interest rate on a loan, excluding any fees or compound interest.

## Origin

The concept of the nominal interest rate originated with the development of financial markets, particularly in monetary policy and banking. As economic theories advanced, the nominal interest rate became an important measure of the cost of money.

## Categories and Features

Nominal interest rates can be categorized into fixed nominal rates and variable nominal rates. A fixed nominal rate remains constant throughout the loan term, while a variable nominal rate changes according to market conditions. The advantage of a fixed rate is stability, whereas a variable rate may offer lower costs when interest rates decline.

## Case Studies

Case Study 1: During the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve lowered nominal interest rates to near zero to stimulate economic growth. Case Study 2: During the 2020 pandemic, many central banks around the world took similar actions by reducing nominal interest rates to support the economy.

## Common Issues

Investors often confuse nominal interest rates with real interest rates. The nominal rate does not account for inflation, whereas the real rate adjusts for inflation. Understanding this distinction is crucial for evaluating investment returns.


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