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Re:Happy 400th birthday to the world's oldest bond by cma on Monday December 23, 2024 @05:14PM (#42498030)
> Final note, inflation helps encourage people to use their money and keep the economy moving.

The government offers inflation protected securities, matching inflation plus some usually minimal interest.

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Re:Happy 400th birthday to the world's oldest bond by drdec on Monday December 23, 2024 @09:58PM (#42499379)
What does the government do with the monies they receive from said securities?

They use it to fund programs, pay salaries, etc.

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