The world’s third-largest economy lost momentum in the first three months of the year after the Omicron variant suppressed demand at home.
Tag: Inflation (Economics)
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Ben Bernanke Sees ‘Stagflation’ Ahead
The former chairman of the Federal Reserve has a new book out on Tuesday explaining the powers of the Fed and Congress to juice or slow our economy amid a supply-chain crunch and sky-high demand.
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As Inflation Jolts Grocery Prices, Shoppers Say ‘Ouch’
They’re store-hopping, cutting back on expensive items and using more coupons. Plying the meat counter staff with homemade banana bread for favors is not out of the question.
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How Do Higher Interest Rates Bring Down Inflation?
Our columnist is responding to readers’ questions. This week, he focuses on inflation, with the help of a bond maven and a Nobel laureate.