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Why be a reserve currency?
A currency like the US dollar becomes a 'global reserve' because it's widely accepted for international trade and investment, offering stability and liquidity. Countries hold it to manage their own currency's value and to pay for imports. This makes transactions smoother and reduces financial risk for everyone involved.
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