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Monetary Policy and Inflation

Monetary Policy and Inflation Targeting' refers to the strategies employed by a central bank to manage the economy's money supply and interest rates, with the specific goal of maintaining price stability by controlling inflation within a predetermined target range. This approach aims to influence economic activity and stabilize the currency by adjusting monetary conditions in response to changing economic indicators.

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Monetary policy is a crucial aspect of economic management, implemented by central banks to control the money supply and interest rates. By targeting a specific inflation rate, central banks aim to maintain price stability, which is essential for economic growth and stability. Understanding the tool...

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Monetary Policy
The process by which a central bank manages the money supply and interest rates.

Example: The Federal Reserve uses monetary policy to influence economic activity.

Inflation
The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises.

Example: A 2% inflation rate means prices increase by 2% over a year.

Central Bank
The national bank that provides financial and banking services for its country's government and commercial banking system.

Example: The European Central Bank manages the euro.

Interest Rate
The amount charged by lenders to borrowers for the use of money, expressed as a percentage.

Example: A higher interest rate can reduce borrowing and spending.

Consumer Price Index (CPI)
A measure that examines the weighted average of prices of a basket of consumer goods and services.

Example: CPI is used to assess price changes associated with the cost of living.

Open Market Operations
The buying and selling of government securities by a central bank to control the money supply.

Example: The Fed buys bonds to increase the money supply.

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Exchange Rates
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Business Cycles
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Key Concepts

Central BankInflation RateInterest RatesEconomic Stability