A metaphor for government or central bank actions to increase the money supply in an economy.
The term 'printing press' is a metaphor used to describe the actions of a government or central bank to create new money and inject it into the economy. This can be achieved through various monetary policy tools, such as quantitative easing or direct monetary financing. The intention is often to stimulate economic activity, combat deflation, or manage sovereign debt, but it can also lead to inflation if not managed carefully.