Is the inflation peak behind us?

20 Sep 2022

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Inflation has reached levels not seen in several decades across the US, Europe, and Australia.

However, there are growing signs that global inflation may have peaked, and US inflation with it.

Is the global inflation peak behind us, how long will elevated inflation linger and what are the risks that could re-spark the inflation fire?

Watch this short video to find out more:

Economic Insights - 20 September 2022

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