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- CNBC Deflation is a decrease in the general price level of goods and services. It is the opposite of inflation, which is an increase in the general price level. Deflation occurs when the inflation rate falls below 0 percent. The most extreme form of deflation is a prolonged period of falling prices, called a deflationary spiral. This occurs when the deflationary forces become so strong that they cause a continuing fall in prices, leading to a decrease in demand, which leads to even lower prices and so on. This can be very damaging to an economy, as it reduces economic activity, leading to job losses and even a recession. Deflation can be caused by a decrease in the money supply, a decrease in government spending, or a decrease in aggregate demand. The most famous example of deflation was the Great Depression of the 1930s.
In July 2025, Norway experienced a 0.3% decrease in producer prices compared to the previous year. This marks the third consecutive month of producer deflation, although it indicates a moderation from the 1% decline observed in June. Specifically, the rate of price reduction for energy goods became less severe (-4.2% compared to -5.4% in June), as well as for the extraction of oil and natural gas (-5.7% versus -6.6%). Conversely, there was an acceleration in price growth for sectors such as electricity, gas, and steam (23.6% up from 12.9%), along with manufacturing (2% compared to 1.8%). Excluding energy goods, producer prices slightly rose, reaching 2.9% in July, up from 2.8% in June. On a month-to-month basis, producer prices increased by 0.8%, recovering from a 0.3% decline in the prior month.The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com
Recent research suggests technology is now destroying more jobs than it creates, particularly impacting professional roles due to AI advancements. This trend could lead to deflation, increased government intervention, and a tech war between the U.S. and China. While aging populations might offset labor force shrinkage, the exponential pace of technological evolution suggests a shift towards automation.
Swiss consumer prices slipped in August, with headline CPI falling -0.1% mom, below expectations for a flat reading. Core CPI, which excludes fresh products and energy, also dropped -0.1% on the month, as both domestic and imported product prices declined by -0.1% mom.
Australia will release inflation expectations on Thursday, with a market estimate of 3.9%, unchanged from the previous release. China continues to struggle with deflation, as CPI and PPI both declined in August. In the US, CPI is expected to rise to 2.9% from 2.7% and core CPI is projected to remain unchanged at 3.1%.