money supply

American  

noun

Economics.

1. the sum of demand or checking-account deposits and currency in circulation.

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money supply British  

noun

1. the total amount of money in a country's economy at a given time See also M0 M1 M2 M3 M3c M4 M5

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money supply Cultural  

1. The amount of money in circulation at a given time, usually controlled by some central banking authority.

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Etymology

Origin of money supply

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

It’s been the case, going back to the ancients, that monarchs and despots use this method to ensure their subjects understand they hold complete power and control the money supply.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

His own explanations for inflation are eclectic, at times drawing on commodity and stock prices, the money supply, productivity and federal spending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026

That could lead the Fed to raise rates when the money supply increases, risking a recession.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

At its core, it is about who should control the money supply.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Nok couldn't help being cheap—her money supply was dwindling, and she needed to make it last.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat