Research Briefing
| Nov 10, 2021
Eurozone | Inflation hits all consumers – just not evenly
Eurozone headline inflation has risen substantially, with underlying pressures becoming more broad-based. But we think the impact on consumer spending, the main driver of the recovery, will be relatively benign. Our latest forecast sees a 0.3ppt drag on consumption in 2021 and 2022.
What you will learn:
- Consumer confidence and expected spending plans remain strong in the face of rising prices, and some of the consumption may simply be rerouted into available outlets or delayed.
- Current high inflation could produce a lasting drag on consumption if it were to become embedded in households’ expectations, as elevated inflation expectations and uncertainty are detrimental to spending.
- Higher-income households hold most of the excess savings that will drive the consumption boost to growth.
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