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Why is stable money such a big deal?

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  • David E. Altig

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What do attempts to counterfeit an enemy?s currency during wartime have in common with decisions to adopt another country?s currency during peacetime? Both are inspired by the power of a stable monetary standard and, conversely, the consequences of losing it. Both illustrate why preserving the value of the nation?s currency is a central bank?s most important responsibility.

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  • David E. Altig, 2002. "Why is stable money such a big deal?," Economic Commentary, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, issue May.
  • Handle: RePEc:fip:fedcec:y:2002:i:may1
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    1. Elham Mafi‐Kreft, 2003. "The Relationship Between Currency Competition and Inflation," Kyklos, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 56(4), pages 475-490, November.
    2. John Chant, 2004. "Counterfeiting: A Canadian Perspective," Staff Working Papers 04-33, Bank of Canada.

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