The consumer price index is a weighted average collection of the prices of common goods and services. Changes in the CPI over time are used to estimate the rate of inflation. The consumer price ...

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Inflation targeting is a method used by central banks to maintain stable prices by aiming for a specific inflation rate, typically between 2% and 3% annually in many developed nations. The key concept ...

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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in India tracks price changes for a typical set of goods and services purchased by households in urban and rural areas. It serves as a key inflation indicator, aiding ...