floorlet

English

noun
Definitions
  • (finance) A component of an w: interest rate cap and interest rate floor, a derivative instrument that effectively prevents the interest payments on an otherwise variable-rate loan from falling below an agreed level (the "floor"). Each "floorlet", analysable as a w: put put option, covers one interest accrual period (such as three months); the whole interest rate floor is made up of a series of consecutive floorlets.

Etymology

Suffix from English floor (primary area).

Origin

English

floor

Gloss

primary area

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