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How does raising interest rates control inflation? | The Economist
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林宜悉 posted on 2022/07/04Ever wondered how raising interest rates actually cools down inflation? This video from The Economist breaks down the fascinating economic concepts behind monetary policy, like how the Federal Reserve's decisions impact homeowners and the risk of recession. You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary and understand real-world financial news like a pro!
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interest rates
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- Noun (plural)
- The percentage of a sum of money charged for its use.
- A key indicator of economic health, influencing investment and spending.
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- Phrase
- Noun
- The specific percentage charged on a loan or investment.
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- Conjunction
- At or during the time that.
- If or in the event that.
- Adverb
- At what time?
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