Fiscal Policy And Monetary policy Flashcards
What is Fiscal Policy?
Government decisions on taxation and public spending to influence economic activity.
What is Monetary Policy?
Actions by the central bank to control money supply and interest rates to manage inflation and economic stability.
What are the effects of Expansionary Fiscal Policy?
Lower taxes & higher government spending → boosts demand & employment.
What are the effects of Contractionary Fiscal Policy?
Higher taxes & lower government spending → reduces inflation but slows growth.
What are the effects of Lower Interest Rates in Monetary Policy?
Increases borrowing & investment → boosts growth.
What are the effects of Higher Interest Rates in Monetary Policy?
Reduces borrowing → controls inflation.
What is the role of the ECB?
Controls interest rates and money supply in the Eurozone to maintain price stability.