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April 13, 2022, 7:20 a.m.

Why corporations are reaping record profits with inflation on the rise

Summary

Despite rising inflation, major U.S. corporations are reporting record profits, as companies pass rising supply-chain costs onto consumers. Economics correspondent Paul Solman explores whether concentrated market power is contributing to inflation.

Five Facts

  • What is inflation?
  • When and Where did inflation start to rise at levels not seen in decades?
  • What are some of the possible causes of recent inflation?
  • How has inflation affected consumers?
  • Why have many companies seen record profits in recent years?

Focus Questions

What actions do you think the government or private citizens take to lower costs and inflation? Media literacy: Who else would you want to hear from to better understand how companies are using the rising costs of materials to make higher profits?

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