demand-pull inflation

demand-pull inflation definition - business

demand-pull inflation

Rising consumer prices resulting from the demand for goods and services exceeding supply. Demand-pull inflation is likely to enhance corporate profits because businesses are able to increase the prices they charge without incurring corresponding increases in their costs. Compare cost-push inflation.

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