Bad Quote by Ben Bernanke
“Deflation can be particularly dangerous when a financial system is shaky, with household and corporate balance sheets in poor shape and banks undercapitalized and heavily burdened with bad loans.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Deflation Risks, Federal Reserve, 2008
Deflation can worsen a weak financial system, especially when balance sheets are fragile and banks carry bad loans.
In simple terms: Deflation harms weak economies and banks.
Key Takeaway
Monitor debt health and avoid deflation.
Themes
economics
finance
risk
policy
banking
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- central bank policy
- corporate finance
- household budgeting
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
deflation
balance sheets
bad loans
financial stability
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policymakers balance deflation risks with inflation targets?
- What safeguards protect banks during deflation?
A Different Perspective
Deflation may be mitigated by monetary stimulus, but excessive easing can create other distortions.
