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jtc331
on Jan 20, 2022
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The QT Timebomb
> Hyperinflation happens when you print USD to pay non-USD-denominated debt, because you'd have to print an infinite amount.
Why is hyperinflation limited to that single scenario?
astrange
on Jan 21, 2022
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It's not the only way to get there, but it is the fastest way, and an important difference between large and small countries is the US doesn't have this problem.
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Why is hyperinflation limited to that single scenario?