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Why inflation is here to stay

MANAGED FUNDS Max Riaz

As I have discussed previously, I believe inflation and interest rates (cost of capital) will remain high for an extended period.

There are three primary reasons for this prediction:

• The emerging ‘Cold War 2.0' between the US and China, which is already prompting a costly reconfiguration of global trade. • The disorderly transition to renewable energy, exerting significant pressure on the supply of materials and skilled labour. • Ageing demographics, which will reduce the supply of capital and labour in the economy.

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