👉 In finance, a borrower refers to an individual who is seeking funds from a lender in exchange for goods or services. The borrower typically has the right to use the money borrowed as they see fit, but it may also have certain restrictions and conditions placed on their repayment of the loan. Borrowers can be categorized based on factors such as age, income level, creditworthiness, and other relevant criteria. In some cases, a borrower may need to provide collateral, such as a property or security