Evaluating price hikes: Research shows that recent oil shocks are not causing inflation

Monday, November 21, 2011 - 15:31 in Mathematics & Economics

While the price of oil has risen in recent years, it has not affected the price of goods as much as in the past, according to new research. More than that, the prices of many goods -- such as clothing or vacations -- are actually deflating instead of inflating because of improved technology and reduced energy costs.

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