In a Deflationary Period?

Deflation is a decrease in the general price level of goods and services; it is the opposite of inflation, which occurs when the cost of goods and services is rising. ... The most dramatic deflationary period in U.S. history took place between 1930 and 1933, during the Great Depression.

What happens during a deflationary period?

Deflation Definition

Deflation is when consumer and asset prices decrease over time, and purchasing power increases. Essentially, you can buy more goods or services tomorrow with the same amount of money you have today. This is the mirror image of inflation, which is the gradual increase in prices across the economy.

What is deflation example?

If there is over production and not a proportionate increase in buyers, it makes the product less expensive due to over-supply and less demand. An example is China's 2009 crisis in which the economy experienced deflation in factory prices due to price declines globally and over production capacity.

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