Economic Inflation
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Inflation Unveiled: It's the gradual rise in prices, eroding currency value. Measured by price level increases over time, it signals reduced purchasing power. Unlike deflation, where prices drop, inflation is tracked via indicators like CPI. Our focus on Headline CPI equips us with timely insights for anticipating market shifts, particularly in interest rates, providing a strategic advantage over waiting for less frequent reports.
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