deflation

Example Sentences

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But a combination of domestic deflation, which reduces the value of goods in the economy, and a weak yuan has zapped the relative size of China’s economy as measured in dollar terms.

From The Wall Street Journal

Switzerland had negative interest rates for more than seven years until September 2022 as it battled low inflation or outright deflation.

From The Wall Street Journal

It’s debatable whether AI efficiencies are as responsible for layoffs and salary deflation as some executives claim.

From The Wall Street Journal

At that time, Japan was mired in deflation and had the world’s loosest monetary policy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Birth rates have dropped sharply, youth unemployment remains high and weak demand has pushed the economy toward deflation.

From BBC