BANKING AFFAIRS

BANKING GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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REER is the weighted average of a country’s currency relative to an index or basket of other major currencies, adjusted for the effects of inflation. What is the meaning of first “R” in REER?
A
Real
B
Rate
C
Ratio
D
Random
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The real effective exchange rate (REER) is the weighted average of a country’s currency in relation to an index or basket of other major currencies. The weights are determined by comparing the relative trade balance of a country’s currency against each country within the index.

Detailed explanation-2: -An increase in REER implies that exports become more expensive and imports become cheaper; therefore, an increase indicates a loss in trade competitiveness.

Detailed explanation-3: -Is REER adjusted to inflation? Yes. REER is adjusted to inflation while calculating the REER.

Detailed explanation-4: -For these countries the real effective exchange rate index is the nominal index adjusted for relative changes in consumer prices; an increase represents an appreciation of the local currency.

Detailed explanation-5: -The real effective exchange rate (REER) compares a nation’s currency value against the weighted average of the currencies of its major trading partners. It is an indicator of the international competitiveness of a nation in comparison with its trade partners.

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