Inflation is a macroeconomic indicator that is measured by year-on-year (y-o-y) price change for consumer goods and services in an economy. The calculation of inflation is simple but it has a wide range of impacts on the economy. Inflation is important because it affects all aspects of the economy, from the wages people get paid to the value of their homes, from business investments to consumer spending decisions. Since prices are only one part of overall economic activity, inflation is often seen as a secondary concern compared to unemployment and growth in GDP.
Read more ...Technology is everywhere and our lives are becoming more connected to one another than ever. One of the most popular ways to stay connected is through social media. A quick Internet search reveals that every smartphone user uses at least one social media application (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, LinkedIn, Snapchat). Technology continues to advance rapidly and with it comes an increase in the amount of time people spend online.
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