Low interest rates have benefits … and costs

Kevin Kliesen

The Regional Economist, 2010, issue Oct, 6-7

Abstract: On the plus side, low interest rates can spur spending by businesses and households. But low interest rates discourage saving and encourage people to take more risks when investing.

Keywords: Interest; rates (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2010
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