Inflation: Why is it rising across the world and will it stay that way . . . Inflation is on the increase around the world, with food and energy prices hitting record highs The rise has been driven in large part by pent-up consumer demand after the pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine UBS Chief Economist Paul Donovan explains why inflation is high and when we can expect that to ease
Inflation: Past, Present and Future - The World Economic Forum Inflation has rocked post-pandemic economies throughout the world, resulting in central banks raising interest rates to levels rarely seen in decades In a geoeconomic environment characterized by isolationism, conflict and fragmentation, is it time to rethink approaches to inflation, drawing from the past, to better protect economies of the future?
See how US inflation rates have changed since 2020 The inflation rate in the US has been on the rise in recent years, reaching a high of 8 3% in 2022 This chart illustrates the rise of inflation for 2020-23
Why do the biggest economies have such different problems? It flags “elevated inflation risks” in the US, and “deflationary challenges” in China “at the opposite extreme ” How can two globalized economies of similar heft have such contrasting vital signs? In a joint interview, Yan and Daco fleshed out what connects them The push-and-pull dynamic they create can impact livelihoods
What is the Consumer Price Index and its link to inflation? | World . . . Inflation is an important indicator of an economy’s health Governments and central banks use the CPI and other indices to make economic decisions Key among these is whether to raise or lower interest rates Higher interest rates make borrowing money more expensive and are designed to push down consumer spending – and, in turn, inflation
Chief Economists Outlook: September 2025 | World Economic Forum The September 2025 Chief Economists' Outlook explores the latest dynamics shaping the global economy, including growth, inflation, policy shifts and technology’s disruptive impact It highlights the uncertainty of the current environment, underscored by intensifying trade tensions, shifting policies and rapid advances in artificial intelligence Drawing on insights from the World Economic
What is hyperinflation? | World Economic Forum In general, the term is used when the rate of inflation increases at more than 50% a month Typically, hyperinflation is triggered by a very quick growth in the money supply This could be caused by a government printing money to pay for its spending or what’s known as demand-pull inflation