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stagflation
A period of economic recession (stagnation) and high prices (inflation).
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savings account
A bank account where money is stored and generally returns a relatively low rate of interest.
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tarp
The $700 billion financial sector bailout passed by Congress in 2008.
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toxic asset
A security that at one time had value, as interest was being paid on it by borrowers, but currently has no value or an unknown value, as the market for the asset dries up. This occurs when borrowers d [..]
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stimulus
an injection of cash designed to jump-start the economy or a sector of it.
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supply
The quantity of a commodity that is available to sell. Generally, a larger supply yields a lower unit price. Lower supply creates higher demand, leading to a higher unit price. (See "Demand&a [..]
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share
A representation of ownership in a company. Publicly traded shares are often sold on a stock market or an exchange. A share's value may fluctuate based on the company's performance.
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shortage
A condition in which demand exceeds supply. Prices tend to go up.
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price floor
The lowest price allowable by regulators. Keeping prices from dropping too low may help sellers.
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