money supply

The continuous rise in general price levels, reducing purchasing power

A larger measure that includes savings and time deposits, and other liquid assets.

Bank deposits that can only be withdrawn after a specific period

The smallest measure of the money supply, including only cash and sight deposits

The total stock of money in an economy, including cash and bank deposits

Bank deposits that can be withdrawn at any time without notice

The economic theory that controlling the money supply helps control inflation

The speed at which money moves through the economy — how often it is spent

Actions by a government or central bank to control the money supply and interest rates

The physical coins and notes used by the public