Core inflation is the measure of inflation which excludes certain volatile items, usually food and energy, to provide a clearer picture of the long-term inflation trend.
Disinflation refers to a decrease in the rate of inflation – a slowdown in the rate at which prices are increasing across the economy. Unlike deflation, disinflation is characterized by a reduction in the inflation rate over time, without causing a drop in economic output or employment.
Double-Digit Inflation refers to an inflation rate of 10% per year or higher, significantly impacting purchasing power, savings, and economic stability.
The inflation rate represents the rate of change in prices over a given period. Two primary U.S. indicators of the inflation rate are the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Producer Price Index (PPI), which track changes in prices paid by consumers and producers, respectively.
The rate of inflation measures the percentage change in the price level of goods and services over a period, indicating how much prices have increased or decreased, reflecting the economy's health.
Series I Bonds are accrual-type securities designed for investors seeking to protect the purchasing power of their investment and earn a guaranteed real rate of return. They are characterized by inflation-indexed earnings that adjust over time.
