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Financial Stress May Do Relatively Little to Reduce Inflation
Although financial stress can slow economic activity, it may be less effective in reducing inflation.
Corporate Profits Contributed a Lot to Inflation in 2021 but Little in 2022
Corporate profits contributed a similar amount to inflation during the pandemic recovery as in past recoveries.
Will High Underlying Inflation Persist?
Underlying (or prevailing) inflation could near 2 percent next year if current inflation forecasts are realized.
China’s Post-COVID Recovery: Implications and Risks
China’s economy has begun to rebound, driven by domestic consumption.
Tight Labor Markets Have Been a Key Contributor to High Food Inflation
Processed foods, which are more labor intensive than other food items, have driven up grocery prices.
Why Has Monetary Policy Tightening Not Cooled the Labor Market Enough to Quell Inflation?
Labor markets in the services sector are less sensitive to changes in interest rates.
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