Money Supply

M2

Broad U.S. money supply including cash, checking, savings, and money market accounts. Monitored for inflation signals and monetary transmission analysis. Rapid M2 growth preceded the 2021-2023 inflation surge. Monthly frequency with full derived metrics and history back to 1959.

Velocity of M2 Money Stock

GDP divided by M2 money supply — measures how efficiently money circulates in the economy. Declining velocity means more money is needed to generate the same output, a deflationary signal. Rising velocity can amplify inflation. Quarterly frequency, critical context for M2 growth interpretation.