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deflation

[dih-flay-shuhn] / dɪˈfleɪ ʃən /


NOUN
depreciation
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STRONGEST






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As well as the growth in corporate bonds, other countries' debt is looking more attractive -- for instance, yields are rising in Japan as inflation has returned following decades of deflation.

From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026

Until recently the country had experienced very low inflation or deflation - falling prices - for around three decades.

From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026

The BOJ raised rates from early 2024 at a steady, monotonous pace, designed not to rattle markets after years of deflation, the chief Asia economist says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026

Overall public debt is the equivalent of around 200% of GDP, the highest among major economies after decades of deficit spending to combat deflation.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026

"Sounds more like deflation," Bit grumbled under his breath, patting his pockets.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds


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