The Interconnectedness of the Global Economy and the Impact on Inflation

The United States economy does not exist in a vacuum, and global factors such as Germany's recession and China's deflation can impact it./nChina's exportation of deflation and limited stimulus for the world economy suggest that a large commodities super cycle is not likely to occur soon./nGlobal demand and the interconnectedness of economies will play a significant role in shaping future economic outcomes.