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Hawk/hawkish definition

Hawk/hawkish

A country's monetary policymakers are referred to as hawkish when they believe that higher interest rates are needed, usually to combat inflation or restrain rapid economic growth or both.

Although hawkish individuals are often viewed negatively, as high interest rates reduce borrowing and investments, the monetary policies often encourage saving and can lead to imported goods becoming cheaper.

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