What is Inflation?

Inflation is a rise in prices relative to the previous year. This is caused by excessive demand in an economy caused by excess money supply (liquidity).

Dhirendra Das
8 May 2026
Analysis, Economy

Inflation is a rise in prices relative to the previous year. This is caused by excessive demand in an economy caused by excess money supply (liquidity).

Definition

What Causes Inflation?

Effects on the Economy

Types of Inflation

Spiralling Inflation

Demand Driven Inflation

Galloping Inflation

Special Case: Currency Internal Inflation

Dhirendra Das

A2Z Cryptocurrencies was founded by Dhirendra Das, who holds more than six years of experience as a marketing professional in crypto markets and over 11 years as a trader and investor in broader financial markets. He holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing, along with a Bachelor of Technology, positioning him uniquely to have an in-depth understanding of both the technological and financial angles of crypto markets.

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