ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -The Federal Reserve monitors financial system risks and engages at home and abroad to help ensure the system supports a healthy economy for U.S. households, communities, and businesses.

Detailed explanation-2: -Today in the United States, Federal Reserve notes (i.e., physical currency) are the only type of central bank money available to the general public. Like existing forms of money, a CBDC would enable the general public to make digital payments.

Detailed explanation-3: -M3 is broad money. M3 = M1 + Time deposits with the banking system. M2 = M1 + Savings deposits of post office savings banks. M1 = Currency with public + Demand deposits with the Banking system (savings account, current account).

Detailed explanation-4: -The Federal Reserve conducts the nation’s monetary policy by managing the level of short-term interest rates and influencing the availability and cost of credit in the economy. Monetary policy directly affects interest rates; it indirectly affects stock prices, wealth, and currency exchange rates.