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What Is a Rolling Recession? Are We in One?

Most economists think we will see a global recession this year. However, a rolling recession could soften the blow or even head off a full recession altogether. Some economists believe this is already happening. A normal recession is a prolonged and widespread slowdown across the economy, which can lead to significant job losses across society. But a rolling recession is more selective. It ‘rolls’ through the economy, affecting only one or two sectors at a time. Watch the video to learn more about rolling recession.

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