Monetisation

1.

Conversion into money, in the form of the promissory notes or coin issued by a central bank.

The conversion may be permanent, for example by an outright sale, or temporary, for example under a repurchase agreement.

2.

More generally, the use or exploitation of other assets - including information - for financial gain.

(Also written 'monetization'.)

See also

• Monetary
• Monetise
• Money
• Promissory note
• Repurchase agreement