financial guideline

noun
UK /faɪˈnænʃəl ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/
US /faɪˈnænʃəl ˈɡaɪdlaɪn/

A rule that helps people decide how to spend and save money.

The teacher gave us a financial guideline for our class trip budget.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A suggestion from a bank or expert about how to manage money safely.

The bank shared a financial guideline about saving a little each month.

3. An official rule that companies must follow when handling money.

The new financial guideline says all receipts must be kept for a year.

4. A tip that helps a family plan for big purchases.

Their financial guideline was to save for a car before buying one.