Economics

Do We Need Inflation?

Inflation is beneficial when it counteracts the negative impacts of deflation, which are often more damaging to an economy. Consumers spend today because they expect prices to rise in the future, encouraging economic growth. Managing future inflation expectations is an important part of maintaining a stable inflation rate. What would happen if inflation didn’t exist?

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What Sectors Do Well During A Recession?

Healthcare, food, consumer staples, and basic transportation are examples of generally inelastic industries that can thrive during economic downturns. During a public health emergency, they may also benefit from being classified as critical industries. Which industries are the least impacted by the recession? While an economic slowdown or widespread catastrophes such as a pandemic may

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