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How can a sharp rise in interest rates provoke a financial crisis?
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Higher borrowing costs: When interest rates rise sharply, the cost of borrowing money increases for both individuals and businesses. This can lead to reduced consumer spending and business investment, which can slow down economic growth. Show more…
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