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Definition of "deleveraging" [deleveraging]

  • Present participle of deleverage. (verb)

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Use "deleveraging" in a sentence
  • "Technically, the trend is called deleveraging, and it's got our top economists and elected leaders wringing their hands with worry."
  • "Looks like the bulk of deleveraging is done; I'm actually seeing some green on the screen these days."
  • "Although the benefit of these low-cost debt facilities may unwind over time, we also expect some near-term deleveraging of the group's balance sheet, driven by Westfield's lower distribution payout ratio and reduced capital-expenditure requirements."