What Is Money Supply?

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Money supply describes how much money is circulating in the economy and is often tracked through series such as M2 and M3.

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In Short

It goes beyond physical cash and includes deposits and other liquid money-like assets. It is often used to understand the background of easing or tightening cycles.

How To Read It

A slowdown in growth is often read as a tightening in liquidity and is usually assessed alongside asset prices and lending conditions.

How To Read It

M1, M2, and M3 are not the same. Definitions also vary somewhat across countries, so comparisons need care.