I've been thinking about this question for a while: do you know how much money there really is in the world? Not assets, but actual money.

Recently, I looked at some data and found that this topic is much more interesting than I initially thought. We often hear that there isn't enough money to support Bitcoin's continued rise, but in reality, the global money supply far exceeds most people's expectations.

Let's start with cash, meaning the physical bills and coins we can hold in our hands. The total worldwide amount is about $9 trillion. Sounds like a lot, right? But that's just the tip of the iceberg.

The real bulk is in the banking system. When you add up deposits and various financial assets, we're talking about a range of $100 to $150 trillion. That’s the true picture of modern finance.

Interestingly, the distribution of this money is extremely uneven. The United States alone accounts for nearly half, roughly $62 trillion. China is second, with about $16 trillion. Japan ranks third, with around $6.5 trillion.

When you see these numbers and their distribution, you can understand why the US holds the dominant voice in global finance. This isn't an exaggeration; it's a stark reality.

By the way, all global financial assets—stocks, bonds, derivatives, and so on—total over $1 trillion. But those are no longer actual money; they are valuations, paper wealth. The real, tangible, spendable money is that $150 trillion.

Understanding how much money is actually flowing globally helps you see the true logic of the market. This is very helpful for predicting future asset trends.