Inflation
Economic Indicators
Definition
The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power and typically measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Key Points
- Rising prices reduce purchasing power
- Measured by CPI and other indices
- Affects real investment returns
Quick Info
Category
Economic Indicators
Related Topics
consumer price index
purchasing power
real returns
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