From: The Unseen Tax: Unraveling the Causes of Inflation
perspectiveMonetarist Economics

Led by economists like Milton Friedman, this perspective posits that 'inflation is always and everywhere a monetary phenomenon.' They argue that excessive growth in the money supply is the primary cause of sustained inflation.

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Supporting arguments

  • Historical instances of hyperinflation are often linked to rapid money printing by central banks.
  • Central bank control over the money supply is crucial for achieving and maintaining price stability.
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