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Growth Rate
The growth rate measures the percentage change in a specific variable, such as GDP, revenue, or earnings, over a defined period. In trading and economics, growth rates are used to assess the pace of economic expansion, compare company performance, and forecast future trends that influence asset valuations.
Example
“The company reported a quarterly revenue growth rate of 25% year-over-year, beating analyst expectations and causing the stock to jump 10% in after-hours trading.”