Lesson 1

Defining Inflation Types

When people say 'inflation,' they usually mean one thing.

Lesson 2

Measuring Inflation

Inflation isn't one number — it's a family of measurements, each with different uses.

Lesson 3

Inflation Causes

Inflation has different causes, and the cause determines the cure.

Lesson 4

Inflation Expectations

Actual inflation matters, but EXPECTED inflation might matter more.

Lesson 5

The Deflation Risk

Everyone fears inflation, but the Fed's REAL nightmare is deflation.