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The Hard Money Framework

Store of value

Problem it solves

poor financial decisions

Best for

Individuals and societies looking for a reliable store of value

Not ideal for

Those who prioritize short-term gains over long-term stability

Overview

Why this framework exists

The Hard Money Framework is a concept that emphasizes the importance of a store of value that is resistant to inflation and maintains its value over time. It is based on the idea that a good store of value should have a high stock-to-flow ratio, meaning that the existing supply is large compared to the new production. This framework is relevant to individuals and societies looking for a reliable store of value, as it provides a way to evaluate the suitability of different assets as a store of value.

Core principles

3 total
  1. A good store of value should have a high stock-to-flow ratio.
  2. The stock-to-flow ratio is a key metric for evaluating the suitability of an asset as a store of value.
  3. A store of value should be resistant to inflation and maintain its value over time.

Steps

3 steps
  1. Evaluate the stock-to-flow ratio
    Calculate the stock-to-flow ratio of the asset by dividing the existing supply by the new production. A high ratio indicates a hard money.
    Pro tipUse historical data to estimate the stock-to-flow ratio.
    WarningBe cautious of assets with a low stock-to-flow ratio, as they may be subject to inflation.
  2. Assess the durability of the asset
    Consider the physical and technological properties of the asset that make it resistant to deterioration and loss of value.
    Pro tipLook for assets with a proven track record of maintaining their value over time.
    WarningBe wary of assets that are prone to obsolescence or have a limited lifespan.
  3. Consider the transferability of the asset
    Evaluate the ease with which the asset can be transferred and divided.
    Pro tipLook for assets that are easily divisible and transferable.
    WarningBe cautious of assets that are difficult to transfer or divide, as they may be less liquid.

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Examples

1 cases
Bitcoin as a hard money

Bitcoin has a high stock-to-flow ratio due to its limited supply and decentralized nature, making it a suitable store of value.

OutcomeBitcoin has maintained its value over time and has become a widely recognized store of value.

Common mistakes

2 traps
Ignoring the stock-to-flow ratio
Failing to consider the stock-to-flow ratio can lead to investing in assets that are prone to inflation and loss of value.
Overemphasizing short-term gains
Prioritizing short-term gains over long-term stability can lead to investing in assets that are not suitable as a store of value.

Origin story

How this framework came to be

The concept of hard money has been discussed by economists and financial experts for centuries. The idea is that a good store of value should be scarce, durable, and easily transferable. The Hard Money Framework builds on this idea by introducing the concept of the stock-to-flow ratio as a key metric for evaluating the suitability of an asset as a store of value.

Source

Traced to primary
Source · BOOK
The Bitcoin Standard
Saifedean Ammous · 2018
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