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Aggregate Supply Shock

An aggregate supply shock refers to a sudden and unexpected change in the production capacity of an economy, impacting the overall supply of goods and services. These shocks can result from various factors such as natural disasters, geopolitical events, or sudden increases in the prices of key inputs like oil, and they typically disrupt the production process and increase production costs.

Cost-Push Inflation

Cost-push inflation occurs when rising production costs — often due to increases in wages, raw materials, or other inputs — lead businesses to raise their prices. This type of inflation is directly linked to aggregate supply shocks, as the disruption in supply increases the cost of production, which is then passed on to consumers in the form of higher prices.

Stagflation

Stagflation is an economic condition characterized by the simultaneous occurrence of high inflation and high unemployment. It is often the result of supply shocks that drive up production costs while reducing output. This phenomenon is particularly challenging for policymakers because measures to control inflation might exacerbate unemployment and vice versa.

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