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When central banks hike interest rates to fight today’s high inflation, what is the usual intended effect on price growth over the next months and years?

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When central banks hike interest rates to fight today’s high inflation, what is the usual intended effect on price growth over the next months and years?

When central banks hike interest rates to fight today’s high inflation, what is the usual intended effect on price growth over the next months and years?
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