Explainers

• January 31, 2020

  Understanding money in the 21^st century

  Here's what money does—and how we’re handling it in the digital age.

  Content Type(s): Explainers Topic(s): Bank notes, Digital currencies and fintech
• March 3, 2014

  Household Spending and Debt

  Highlights the value of ‘prudent’ borrowing in enhancing welfare, but also the risks of over-indebtedness for households, the economy and financial stability. Discusses trends in household debt, various debt metrics and why monetary policy is concerned with how households use borrowed funds.

  Content Type(s): Explainers Topic(s): Financial stability