Definition

  • EONIA (Euro overnight index average)

    A measure of the effective interest rate prevailing in the euro interbank overnight market. It is calculated as a weighted average of the interest rates on unsecured overnight lending transactions denominated in euro, as reported by a panel of contributing banks.

  • Oversight

    The oversight of payment systems is an essential function of central banks and aims to ensure the smooth functioning of payment systems and to contribute to financial stability.