What is inflation and how does it affect consumers?
Nov 2, 2022 · Inflation is the term used to describe the rate at which prices increase. It’s in the headlines because it has been rising at the fastest pace for several years across many …
Inflation: Why is it rising across the world and will it stay that way ...
May 12, 2022 · Inflation is on the increase around the world, with food and energy prices hitting record highs. The rise has been driven in large part by pent-up consumer demand after the …
Inflation: Past, Present and Future - The World Economic Forum
Jan 23, 2025 · Inflation has rocked post-pandemic economies throughout the world, resulting in central banks raising interest rates to levels rarely seen in decades. In a geoeconomic …
In charts: 7 global shifts defining 2025 so far | World Economic …
Aug 5, 2025 · 2025 has been marked by significant global shifts, including increased geopolitical instability, the accelerating impact of AI and a changing labour market.
Why is US inflation so low? | World Economic Forum
Aug 29, 2015 · The World Economic Forum is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic and …
5 books on inflation to help you understand the concept
Oct 14, 2022 · From Yanis Varoufakis ‘talking to his daughter about capitalism’ to the dangers of deflation, these books on inflation explain all you need to know about the concept.
Why do the world's central banks aim for 2% inflation?
Jan 9, 2023 · Since 1996, Fed policymakers have generally targeted an inflation rate of around 2%, because persistently low inflation can pose risks to the economy.
How is inflation affected by globalisation? - The World Economic …
Aug 29, 2015 · The World Economic Forum is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic and …
'Skill inflation': What is it and how to avoid its pitfalls | World ...
Aug 4, 2023 · Inflation can hit our economy through multiple avenues, including “skill inflation,” which acknowledges that more people are now skilled than ever to do the jobs in current …
See how US inflation rates have changed since 2020
May 31, 2023 · The inflation rate in the US has been on the rise in recent years, reaching a high of 8.3% in 2022. This chart illustrates the rise of inflation for 2020-23.