deflation

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Second, while their orientation is focused almost exclusively on fighting inflation, central banks are not equipped to fight deflation.

From MarketWatch

Chinese indexes were mixed after inflation data rekindled deflation worries, though seasonal distortions were a major driver of the soft print.

From The Wall Street Journal

Asset purchases, commonly known as quantitative easing, work best when markets are under stress or facing deflation.

From MarketWatch

Doctors say weight loss from GLP-1s—which can cause loose skin and all kinds of deflation—is driving cosmetic procedures, as is the growing discussion of plastic surgery on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal

Persistent deflation in rice prices likely helped to contain food costs, while utilities inflation is expected to ease due to lower electricity tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal