In 1997, macroeconomic stability was reinforced by the imposition of a fixed exchange rate of the Lev against the German DM and the negotiation of an IMF standby agreement.

Interest swap: an agreement to exchange floating rate payments for fixed-rate payments in the same currency.

Repurchase agreement (also known as a repo or Sale and Repurchase agreement) allows a borrower to use a financial security as collateral for a cash loan at a fixed rate of interest.