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Quantitative Easing: CNBC Explains
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Wednesday, 15 Jun 2011 | 12:43 PM ET
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By: CNBC Explains
If you’ve been reading about the markets recently, it’s likely you’ve heard about quantitative easing, also known as QE. The U.S. central bank engages in quantitative easing to influence the economy by increasing cash in order to stimulate economic activity. But how does QE differ from normal federal reserve open market operations? Also, how does U.S. quantitative easing differ from Japan’s quantitative easing program? Salman Khan of the Khan Academy explains the finer points of quantitative easing.
From this video, you’ll understand:
- How quantitative easing differs from normal Fed operations
- The types of assets purchased by the Fed under QE
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From this video, you'll understand:
- The rationale behind engaging in QE
- How US "credit easing" differs from Japanese quantitative easing
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