stimulative

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That is the federal-funds rate considered to be neither stimulative nor restrictive — what would prevail if the economy were at full employment but not overheated, with inflation stable.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Ray Dalio: A weak currency and low interest rates are good for borrowers and debtors and stimulative to markets and economies.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

Some investors believe interest-rate cuts and stimulative fiscal policy should help the economy grow faster this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

Equilibrium refers to a theoretical level for borrowing costs that is neither stimulative nor restrictive, and which would keep the U.S. economy steady.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026

Lastly, encouraged by the animal’s quiescence, a strong stimulative ball was thrust beyond the tongue and seen to pass down the throat.

From The Peril Finders by Piffard, Harold