deflation
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More broadly, what investors must keep in mind is that Japan’s high debt-to-GDP ratio is largely the result of decades of stagnant growth and deflation, not profligate spending.
First, he notes that China’s exporting of deflation has faded.
From MarketWatch
Inflation data was in focus as CPI beat expectations, but failed to soothe deflation fears.
China’s consumer inflation gained pace in November but was slightly below expectations, benefiting from a low base while factory deflation worsened.
Economic signals are mixed: Growth has been better than expected, and exports have defied U.S. tariffs, but deflation is entrenched while business and consumer optimism remain muted.
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