Definition of Disinflation

Definition: Disinflation occurs when the inflation rate is declining over time. Deflation occurs when the inflation rate becomes negative.

Terms related to Disinflation:

• Deflation
• Inflation
• Recession

About.Com Resources on Disinflation:

• What is deflation and how can it be prevented?
• Why Don't Prices Decline During A Recession?
• What Is Inflation?

Writing a Term Paper? Here are a few starting points for research on Disinflation:

Journal Articles on Disinflation:

• Credible Disinflation with Staggered Price-Setting
• Disinflation and the NAIRU
• Models of Inflation and the Costs of Disinflation