Inflation VS Sustained Inflation

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Let's talk about the distinction between Inflation and Sustained Inflation. Inflation and sustained inflation are two related but distinct economic concepts that refer to the general increase in prices of goods and services in an economy over time.

We know that inflation represents a temporary rise in prices of goods and services, while sustained inflation refers to a situation where prices consistently rise over an extended period, usually several years or decades.

In an economy, inflation occurs when the supply of money and credit in an economy exceeds the demand for goods and services. This can happen when central banks print more money to stimulate economic growth or when banks lend more than what people can repay.

And leading to more money in circulation than what the economy can support. When there is more money in circulation, people and businesses have more money to spend, leading to an increase in demand for goods and services. As demand rises, prices increase, resulting in inflation.

On the other hand, Sustained inflation is a persistent and long-lasting increase in prices that lasts beyond the short-term factors that cause inflation. Sustained inflation can be a sign of underlying problems in an economy, for example, a decrease in productivity, an increase in the cost of production, or a decrease in the value of the currency.

These factors can cause prices to continue rising over an extended period, even after the initial demand factors that caused inflation has disappeared.

The key difference between inflation and sustained inflation is the length of time that prices rise. Inflation can last for a few months to a few years. Depending on the severity of the demand factors driving it. For instance, when there is a sudden increase in demand for a particular product, its price can rise sharply in the short term, but it can stabilize once the demand-supply balance is restored.

In contrast, sustained inflation lasts for an extended period and can lead to a continuous and steady rise in prices, making it harder for businesses and consumers to plan and budget.

Another difference between inflation and sustained inflation is their impact on the economy. Inflation can have both positive and negative effects on the economy. On the one hand, inflation can encourage investment and borrowing, boost economic growth, and stimulate job creation.

Moreover, it can lead to decreased purchasing power, reduce consumer confidence, and increase interest rates, which can lead to lower investment and economic growth. Sustained inflation, on the other hand, can have severe and long-lasting effects on the economy. It can erode purchasing power, decrease savings, increase uncertainty, and reduce investment, leading to lower economic growth and job creation.

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