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Episode 78, Carola Binder, author of Shock Values: Prices and Inflation in American Democracy, host Rick Ferri

Bogleheads On Investing Podcast

CHAPTER

Understanding U.S. Price Indexes and Inflation

This chapter explores the historical development and calculation of price indexes in the United States, especially the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index. It examines the impact of inflation on various societal groups, historical events, and the political implications of differing inflation measures. The chapter emphasizes the significance of these metrics for policymakers in effectively responding to inflation and maintaining economic stability.

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