Inflation is a decrease in the purchasing power of money, reflected in a general increase in the prices of goods and services in an economy.

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Inflation is a gradual loss of purchasing power that is reflected in a broad rise in prices for goods and services over time. The inflation rate is calculated as the average price increase of a basket ...