borrower

Example Sentences

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For now, it said revenue from loans rose in the first quarter from a year ago as borrower balances grew.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

“The parent is the borrower and is responsible for paying back the loan,” the student-loan lender says.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

A $1.3 billion portfolio write-down resulted from borrower struggles and underperforming 2021 second lien and junior debt deals.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

The average amount a borrower with negative equity carries on a vehicle has jumped more than 40% since 2021.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

To them the default was a matter of indifference, as they kept none of the risk of the loan; the refinance was merely a chance to charge the borrower new fees.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis