Foreign Exchange Reserve

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Definition: Foreign Exchange Reserve


Foreign Exchange Reserve


Full Definition of Foreign Exchange Reserve


Deposits of a foreign currency held by a central bank. Holding the currencies of other countries as assets allow governments to keep their currencies stable and reduce the effect of economic shocks. The use of foreign exchange reserves became popular after the decline of the gold standard.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Foreign Exchange Reserve are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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