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Hyperinflation

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Hyperinflation in an extreme form of inflation, characterized by extreme price increases in a short period of time. The exact threshold for hyperinflation depends on the context. Hyperinflation occurs most often during times of economic instability where a government rapidly increases the monetary base.

Economies cannot survive sustained periods of hyperinflation. The inflation levels will either return to acceptable levels or, most often, the monetary system will collapse, forcing the issuance of a new currency.

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Inflation
Inflation is a general increase in the price of goods and services in an economy over time. Inflation is primarily due to a constant increase in the monetary base by the local government or central bank.
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Deflation
Deflation is a general decrease in the price of goods and services in an economy over time. This results in higher purchasing power for the relevant currency.
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Monetary Base
The monetary base of a currency is a measure of how much of the currency is in circulation. Increases in the monetary base tend to cause inflation.
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Quantitative Easing (QE)
Quantitative easing is a type of monetary policy designed to stimulate economies. The strategy is enacted when a central bank adds money to an economy, generally by buying securities from the market.
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