Inevitably, technical deflation leads to a restraint in the generalpricelevel.
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In the long run, the generalpricelevel adjusts to the change in the money supply.
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But is this really deflation, in the sense of an ongoing fall in the generalpricelevel?
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The generalpricelevel rises.
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The generalpricelevel is fair, but here again there are exceptions both ways, some items being poor while others are excellent.
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Deflation, a decline in the generalpricelevel, is harmful during a recession as consumers and businesses may delay purchases in anticipation of lower prices.
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Increased consumption (both public and private) coupled with moderate asset price inflation prevents an outright monetary deflation (=a downward spiral in the generalpricelevel).