inflation
Example Sentences
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They debated whether to define Warsh as an inflation “hawk” — that is, pressing for higher interest rates to keep inflation in check — or a “dove” — advocating lower rates to spur economic growth.
From Los Angeles Times
While price increases have helped PepsiCo offset inflation, the increases have become harder to sustain as consumers grow more selective and trade down to cheaper alternatives.
From Barron's
Commodities provide psychological safety during times of high interest rates, inflation worries, currency concerns and/or geopolitical unrest, providing diversification and acting as a psychological safe place for some investors during volatile periods.
From MarketWatch
“The greatest risks to look out for the equities from here is cost inflation, capital misallocation, or expropriation.”
Stocks did abysmally that decade, but they’re often a decent inflation hedge themselves.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
