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Inflation
The Fed isn't worried about inflation. But should it worry about deflation?
Dec 19, 2013
The Fed is not worried about inflation right now. But should it also worry about the opposite? Persistently falling prices, or deflation, can also wreck an economy.
Another Christmas, another year of rising prices
Dec 2, 2013
Twelve drummers drumming, six geese-a-laying and one partridge in a pear tree. What does it all add up to?
As Venezuelan inflation hits new highs, a crackdown on consumer prices
Nov 14, 2013
Venezuela has a terrible inflation problem, and the government's dramatic steps to fix them problem aren't likely to make a real impact.
Inflation: Come out, come out wherever you are
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David Gura
Oct 29, 2013
There are perils for too-low inflation for too long, because inflation can help wages and companies grow.
Good news: Japan inflation at 5 year high
Oct 25, 2013
Prices are up in Japan -- and that's a good thing.
Flooded with Fed money, but no inflation in sight
Sep 17, 2013
The Federal Reserve has printed and pumped trillions of dollars into the banking system to keep long-term interest rates low. Why hasn't the flood caused prices to rise?
Inflation: Could a little more be good for the economy?
Sep 16, 2013
Inflation hawks hold significant sway at the Federal Reserve. But critics say they should tolerate -- and even target -- more inflation to boost economic growth.
For public good, not for profit.
Indian Rupee hits record low
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Rahul Tandon
Aug 16, 2013
A run on India's currency presages trouble in other emerging markets.
Fiat money: It has nothing to do with the car
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Paddy Hirsch
May 22, 2013
Your dollar bill isn't worth the paper it's printed on. Why? Because it's a fiat currency. Sr. Producer Paddy Hirsch explains.
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Gold prices are falling, but global demand is expected to grow
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Gigi Douban
May 20, 2013
As an investment and inflation hedge, gold still looks overvalued, at nearly 30 percent below its peak. But demand for gold is growing in India and China.