Economic Impact of a Real Depreciation
A real depreciation of a country's currency is expected to stimulate its domestic economy. This occurs because the relative price of foreign goods increases, which reduces domestic demand for imports. Simultaneously, the country's exports become more competitive on the international market, increasing foreign demand. The resulting rise in net exports (exports minus imports) boosts aggregate demand, leading to higher national output and employment.
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Figure 5.21: The Causal Chain from Real Depreciation to Higher Output and Employment
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