inflation rate
Cost increase speed
The inflation rate measures how fast prices rise over time, typically expressed as an annual percentage.
A 3% inflation rate means prices increased 3% compared to the previous year.
Central banks monitor and attempt to control inflation rates through monetary policy.
The inflation rate hit double digits during the crisis.
- interest ratesPrice paid for borrowing
- stagflationStagnant growth meets inflation
- monetary policyCentral bank economic controls
- consumer price indexInflation tracking statistic
- wage growthIncrease in compensation
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