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What is Monetary Policy?

A central bank is an independent national authority that conducts monetary policy, regulates banks, and provides financial services including economic research. Its main goals include stabilising the nation's currency, keeping unemployment low, and preventing inflation. Most central banks are governed by a board consisting of its member banks.

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