Why Prices Keep Rising: Inflation Explained 📈

Ever wondered why prices keep rising? Sure, you’ve heard of inflation—but do you really understand what inflation is? Why does it happen? How do we measure it? And why can’t we just set inflation to 0 or even make it negative to make everything cheaper? In this video, we answer all your questions about inflation!

Using simple language, real-life examples, engaging visuals, and humor, this video breaks down complex concepts and explain how inflation happens and works.

You can watch the "Why Can't We Just Print More Money?" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DlmFeFQ4yM&ab_channel=Explains101

You also can watch the "What If Inflation Goes Negative? Deflation Explained" here: https://youtu.be/2Sr8jOBB8QI?si=AMOarUiBy-ZIRMvK

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:53 What is Inflation?
1:44 Why Does Inflation Happen? (Demand-pull, Cost-push, Built-in, Printing Money)
6:18 How is Inflation Measured? (CPI explained)
8:42 Is Inflation Bad? (Deflation, Hyperinflation)
11:36 How to Control Inflation? (Monetary vs. Fiscal Policies)
18:02 How to Protect Yourself from Inflation
21:13 Conclusion