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Marketplace · May 27, 2026 · 25m 30s

Inflation manifestation

Show Notes

Marketplace explores the economic implications of inflation expectations. A survey shows consumers expect 4.8% inflation over the next year, and the episode examines how beliefs about rising prices can become self-fulfilling. Other stories cover an upcoming GDP revision reflecting the economic impact of the Iran war, and a surge in wool demand driven by environmental concerns.

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Highlights

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Inflation Expectations Can Become Self-Fulfilling
A new survey shows consumers anticipate 4.8% inflation, and expectations alone can raise actual prices.
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GDP Revision to Include Iran War's Economic Impact
The upcoming revision to gross domestic product figures will begin to capture the economic effects of the conflict with Iran.
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Environmental Concerns Spur a Surge in Wool Demand
Consumer anxiety over synthetic fibers' ecological footprint is driving a growing market for wool.
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Misc

✧The host quips, 'It’s the power of manifestation, baby!' as he connects inflation expectations to the popular self-help concept of manifesting.
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