Inflation refers to the general rise in prices over time, reducing purchasing power. Central banks monitor it to guide monetary policy, aiming for steady growth. Borrowers benefit as debt value decreases, while asset owners see gains in real estate or stocks. Savers may lose if returns don’t keep pace, making inflation a double-edged economic force.
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