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I still, from the available evidence, see no sign of inflation, All I see, from the available evidence is, at best dis-inflation, or worst, deflation. As David Rosenburg, points out, deflationary signs are increasing.
Deflation Is The Primary Trend by David Rosenberg - Gluskin Shef
- Credit is contracting.
- Wage rates are stagnating.
- Money supply growth is vanishing
- The U.S.dollar is strong.
- Commodities have peaked.
- U.S. home prices are rolling over...again.
- Lumber prices tumbling (down nearly 17% from April 2010 highs)
- Wal-Mart is cutting prices on 10,000 items.
- Home Depot just cut prices on flowers, fertilizers, lawn equipment and outdoor furniture.
- TacoBell is offering two dollar combo meals.
- The April U.S. retail sales report hinted at deflation in groceries, electronics, apparel and sporting goods.
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