disinflation

noun

dis·in·fla·tion ˌdis-in-ˈflā-shən

: a reversal of inflationary pressures

disinflationary

ˌdis-in-ˈflā-shə-ˌner-ē

adjective

Examples of disinflation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The Federal Reserve kicked off interest rate cuts in September with an aggressive half percentage point reduction, despite concerns about the onward path of disinflation. —

Jenni Reid, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2024 Globally, the economy showed signs of stabilization, with disinflation trends and easing monetary policies in several regions. —

Robert Rapier, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024 Pointing to another sign of economic strength, Trichet said that while inflation remains above target in the U.S. and euro zone, there has been a sustained period of disinflation for which central banks should be credited. —

Jenni Reid, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2024 The consumer price index reinforced the trend of disinflation and brought a degree of relief to markets still reeling after last week’s meltdown. —

Rita Nazareth, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for disinflation

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