more bank lending and more money in the economy
A low reserve requirement allows banks to hold less money in reserve and lend out a greater portion of their deposits. This can stimulate economic activity by increasing the availability of credit, encouraging borrowing and spending among consumers and businesses. However, it may also raise the risk of bank instability if too many loans default, as banks have less cushion to cover potential losses. Overall, while it can promote growth, it can also introduce financial risk.
It protects public deposits.
Reserve requirement
the percentage of a bank's total deposits that must be kept in its possession
reserve ratio
Less money in the economy.
A low reserve requirement allows banks to hold less money in reserve and lend out a greater portion of their deposits. This can stimulate economic activity by increasing the availability of credit, encouraging borrowing and spending among consumers and businesses. However, it may also raise the risk of bank instability if too many loans default, as banks have less cushion to cover potential losses. Overall, while it can promote growth, it can also introduce financial risk.
the mooney supply will go down because the feds do not make any money
If the Federal Reserve increases the reserve requirement, banks must hold a larger percentage of their deposits as reserves and can lend out less money. This reduction in lending capacity typically leads to a decrease in the overall money supply in the economy. Consequently, it can result in tighter credit conditions, potentially slowing economic growth and increasing interest rates.
will discourage aggregate demand.
It protects public deposits.
If the Federal Reserve decreases the reserve requirement from 4% to 2%, banks can lend out a greater portion of their deposits. For an initial deposit of $55, with a 2% reserve requirement, the bank must hold $1.10 in reserve and can lend out $53.90. This increase in lending capacity allows for a larger money supply through the money multiplier effect, which, in this case, can significantly amplify the total amount of money created through subsequent deposits and lending.
Increasing the reserve requirement for banks will make less money available to borrowers and thus slow the economy's growth.
Reserve requirement
the percentage of a bank's total deposits that must be kept in its possession
reserve ratio
Money Multiplier is inverse of Reserve Requirement. That is, m = 1/R