Economics

QE, QT, money supply, interest rate, inflation… how do they all relate?

QE (quantitative easing), QT (quantitative tightening), money supply, interest rates, and inflation are all interrelated concepts in the field of macroeconomics. QE and QT refer to the actions taken by central banks to increase or decrease the money supply in an economy. When a central bank engages in QE, it purchases government bonds or other …

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Importance of economic principles

Economy, English, Freedom economics

“An overseas experience affords plenty of ways to put the tools and principles of economics students have been taught to work, perhaps the best way to real mastery of ‘street-corner economics.’” ~ Gary M. Galles

Consumer Sentiment Begins 2022 with a Drop

Business News, Economy

“Consumer sentiment weakened again in January as consumers reacted to Covid and high prices. Some easing of supply-chain issues, policy actions by the Fed, and consumer spending decisions will all contribute to the future pace of economic activity and price pressures.” ~ Robert Hughes

Germany’s New Green Stimulus Plan Won’t Save Their Economy

Economy

Germany’s government is pushing a new plan for massive spending on a “Climate Fund.” This is justified with the usual Keynesian myths about the benefits of government spending.
Original Article: “Germany’s New Green Stimulus Plan Won’t Save Their Econo…

Review: Understanding Money Mechanics

Economy

Understanding Money Mechanicsby Robert P. MurphyMises Institute, 2021, 210 pp.
Robert Murphy aims to provide the “intelligent layperson a concise yet comprehensive overview of the theory, history, and practice of money and banking, with a focus on the …