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What is the Goldilocks scenario in terms of inflation?

The Goldilocks scenario refers to a situation where inflation is stable and predictable, not too high or too low, allowing consumers, companies, and governments to make long-term spending and investment decisions with less uncertainty. Although economists don’t agree on what constitutes that “just right” level, the Fed targets a 2% inflation rate.