Output Gap and Inflation

Will we see a rapid increase in inflation in 2021?

Jason discusses the "output gap" and how it is currently acting as a deflationary force in the economy. We'll define the term and look back to the '80s to get some perspective.

News items for the week include comments on consumer spending, the jobs market, and rising commodity prices.

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