swipe discount rate

Definition

Fee charged by a merchant account provider from a merchant for bank/credit card transaction conducted through a swipe machine (magnetic stripe reader). Swipe discount rates are usually lower than MOTO discount rates because the merchant can inspect the card and its presenter to guard against fraud or misuse.


swipe discount rate is...

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