Understanding inflation and deflation: Economic impacts and differences

Fact checked by Daniel Rathburn Reviewed by Robert C. Kelly Key Takeaways Inflation occurs when prices rise quickly; deflation occurs when prices fall.Central banks influence interest rates to manage ...

Energy Prices Can Jolt China Inflation, But Relief Likely Fleeting if Demand Stays Weak

As war in the Middle East sends energy prices soaring, some wonder if a rise in inflation could be a welcome jolt for China's deflated economy. But in order to not trade deflation for stagflation, ...

Analysis-Iran conflict could flip China's deflation into 'bad inflation'

By Kevin Yao and Liangping Gao BEIJING, March 20 (Reuters) - China's long fight with deflation risks morphing into something ...

China consumer inflation hits three-year high as producer deflation eases

China's consumer inflation recorded the biggest jump in more than three years, as an extended holiday bolstered spending.

What exactly is inflation and how does it directly affect my budget?

Inflation means your money buys less over time. Learn how it impacts your finances and what you can do to keep up.
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China Consumer Inflation Hits 3-Yr High on Holiday Surge, Producer Deflation Lingers

BEIJING, March 9 (Reuters) - China's consumer inflation accelerated to the highest in more than three ⁠years ⁠due to the effects of the Lunar New Year ⁠holiday, while producer deflation persisted as ...

Wholesale Inflation Climbs to 2.13% in February, Hits 11-Month High, as Manufacturing Prices Firm Up

India’s Wholesale Price Index rose to 2.13% in February 2026, the highest in 11 months. Inflation increased from 1.81% in ...