Sound Money versus Fiat Money: Effects on the Boom-Bust Cycle

Tags: Money and Banks

07/13/2021 Frank Shostak

An increase in the supply of money does not necessarily cause the boom-bust cycle. It is only when more money is created out of nothing that the cycle begins.

Original Article: “Sound Money versus Fiat Money: Effects on the Boom-Bust Cycle“

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