Why is inflation so high and will it stay that way? An economist explains

The rise in inflation is being largely driven by post-pandemic demand and the war in Ukraine. Image: Frank Busch/Unsplash
Gayle Markovitz
Business Editor, World Economic Forum
Natalie Marchant
Writer, Editor

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