refinancing

British

/ ˌriːfɪˈnænsɪŋ /

noun

a method of paying a debt by borrowing additional money thus creating a second debt in order to pay the first

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Cash flows generally arrive before obligations come due, leaving little scope for the refinancing pressure that can trigger runs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

AMC said it incurred higher costs due to a refinancing and reported a 2.1% decline in attendance.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

The jump in rates effectively closes a brief window of opportunity for homeowners interested in refinancing their home loans.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

Businesses this year have issued a record amount of debt to fund digital infrastructure, acquisitions and refinancing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

A considerable portion of these obligations are short-term in character and hence will require refinancing in the coming months and years.

From State of the Union Address by Truman, Harry S.

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