How Price Inflation is Happening Today Without Anyone Realizing #Shorts | Economics Explained

How Price Inflation is Happening Today Without Anyone Realizing #Shorts | Economics Explained

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The video discusses inflation and its lesser-known counterpart, shrinkflation, particularly in the US. Shrinkflation occurs when companies reduce product sizes while maintaining prices, often seen in consumer goods. This strategy allows companies to later reintroduce larger sizes at higher prices, misleading consumers into thinking they are getting a bargain. The economic impact is minimal in terms of production cost but significant in consumer perception and pricing strategy.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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