EconLearn
AP MacroeconomicsUnemployment & Inflation

Cost-Push Inflation

Cost-push inflation is caused by increased costs.

Cost-push inflation occurs when there is an increase in the costs of production, such as wages or raw materials, which leads to an increase in prices. This type of inflation is often caused by supply chain disruptions, increases in commodity prices, or labor market shortages. As costs rise, businesses respond by raising their prices, leading to inflation. Cost-push inflation can be controlled by reducing costs or improving productivity.

Related terms

AP® is a trademark registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse, EconLearn.