New study reveals fixed exchange rates lead to higher volatility.
The study looked at how different exchange rate systems affect the volatility of real exchange rates. They created a new classification system to better understand this relationship. The results showed that fixed and intermediate exchange rate systems lead to more volatility compared to flexible ones. Countries with more openness and economic growth tend to have lower volatility, while positive monetary shocks and increased capital inflows can increase volatility. Developed and developing countries may experience different effects from exchange rate regimes.