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Cost of living is getting higher but not necessarily because of inflation. : “CBF project Yogyakarta” by Aris Sanjaya/CIFOR is available at https://bit.ly/40FEfIH CC BY 2.0

As inflation hits developed economies across the world, what is the experience in emerging economies such as Indonesia?

How emerging economies adjust to inflation

As inflation hits developed economies across the world, what is the experience in emerging economies such as Indonesia?

The trend of ‘revenge spending’ is clearly seen after a major upheaval such as the pandemic. : ‘Shoppers in the Bullring’ by Mark Hillary is available at https://bit.ly/3mXZI0A CC BY 2.0

It is a myth that only price increases of household items cause inflation as consumer behaviour may also be a factor.

‘Revenge spenders’ may be fuelling inflation

It is a myth that only price increases of household items cause inflation as consumer behaviour may also be a factor.

The recent global chip shortage is a good example of how supply chain disruptions often sort themselves out. : ‘Body monitoring chip’ by Larry Pribyl is available at https://bit.ly/40b0tSi CC BY-SA 2.0

While there is some correlation, it is wrong to say supply chain kinks are a primary cause of inflation.

Why supply chain issues do not cause inflation

While there is some correlation, it is wrong to say supply chain kinks are a primary cause of inflation.

Separating myth from fact is important in formulating effective measures to tackle inflation and in turn, lower the cost of living. : James Goldie, 360info CC BY 4.0

Factors that influence inflation and cost of living are varied but identifying genuine ones can help policymakers prioritise key solutions.

Deflating the myths of inflation