Billions in banknotes are printed each year. What they're used for is a mystery

Central banks print billions in banknotes every year, but their final destination remains surprisingly unclear. According to ABC News Australia, theories range from cash hoarded in homes to use in illicit activities, yet solid answers remain elusive. It's a puzzling gap in the financial system's understanding of its own operations.

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