Economics, Econometrics and Finance
4 years ago

Federal funds rate predicts economic future, monetary policy impacts credit.

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The Federal funds rate and the channels of monetary transmission
Ben Bernanke

Paper Summary

The interest rate on Federal funds can predict future economic changes because it reflects shifts in bank reserves. This rate is a good indicator of monetary policy actions. Changes in the funds rate show that monetary policy affects both bank loans and bank deposits.

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