It has been argued that the financial settlement at the Restoration of Charles II was partly inspired by the Great Contract. On the other hand, James I was rather extravagant in financial matters, and it is uncertain whether the Contract would have been a permanent solution to his difficulties.
The financial settlement at the Restoration of Charles II and the Great Contract are linked, with some suggesting that the former was influenced by the latter. However, James I's extravagant spending raises questions about the long-term effectiveness of the Great Contract in addressing his financial issues.