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“When capital comes into our own countries, it ought to be for, you know, a longer-term investment. If it's extremely short, hot money, we ought to treat it in that way and have type of regulatory policy.” quote by Charles L. Evans
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“When capital comes into our own countries, it ought to be for, you know, a longer-term investment. If it's extremely short, hot money, we ought to treat it in that way and have type of regulatory policy.”

Charles L. Evans

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Source Speech: Monetary Policy Remarks, Federal Reserve, 2020

Foreign capital should be evaluated by its duration; short‑term “hot money” needs stricter regulation than long‑term investment.

In simple terms: Treat short‑term capital differently from long‑term.

Key Takeaway

Regulate speculative short‑term flows.

Themes

economics investment regulation

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • government policy
  • investment strategy
  • market analysis

Key Concepts

financial stability capital flows

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can regulators balance stability and market efficiency?
  • What criteria define “hot money”?
A Different Perspective

Regulation may deter beneficial short‑term liquidity.

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