loeng6 faa3 fun1 sung1量化寬鬆量化宽松
Jyutpingloeng6 faa3 fun1 sung1
Yaleleuhng fa fūn sūng
Definition
Quantitative easing; a monetary policy of increasing the money supply by buying bonds to lower interest rates.
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How it's used
Economic terminology like this is frequently used in Hong Kong news and financial discussions. While it is a formal term, it is often shortened to QE in casual conversation among professionals or those interested in finance. It refers specifically to the unconventional monetary policy used by central banks to stimulate the economy when standard interest rate adjustments are no longer effective.
Examples
The central bank is implementing quantitative easing again.
Do you think quantitative easing is helpful for the economy?
Related words
Common phrases
implement quantitative easing
quantitative easing policy
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