# Basis point

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## Definition

Unless otherwise defined, in financial language, one hundredth of one percent, i.e., one basis point = 0.01 percent (one hundredth of 1 percent = 0.01 percent). - When "points" are used in connection with prices, rates, yields, etc., one basis point is usually meant. - Often this designation - i.e. "point" - is criticized because it can lead to misunderstandings (dot, item, spot, pixel). The indication in von Hundert (percent) is always clearer and therefore preferable. - See percentage point, dot. Attention: The financial encyclopedia is protected by copyright and may only be used for private purposes without express consent! University Professor Dr. Gerhard Merk, Dipl.rer.pol., Dipl.rer.oec. Professor Dr. Eckehard Krah, Dipl.rer.pol. E-mail address: info@ekrah.com https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerhard_Ernst_Merk https://www.jung-stilling-gesellschaft.de/merk/ https://www.gerhardmerk.de/

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