The NAPM (National Association of Purchasing Management) Chicago index collapsed signaling deflation in control
Sam Adelton
Apr. 29, 2007

Deflation is manifesting itself through bubble after bubble in the economy since 1981. The deflation is so stealth that people just cannot understand its existence. But when you look at employment remuneration levels compared to cost of living and compare the current ratio with that of 1980, you see deflation has eaten up 62% of the standard of living. Now even couples working two jobs are finding difficult to service the debts.

The National Association of Purchasing Management - Chicago compiles a survey and a composite diffusion index of business conditions in the Chicago area. Manufacturing and non-manufacturing firms are both surveyed. The index registered 61 in March 2007. The reading for this month fell apart. It is another sign mega deflation and massive irreversible slowdown in the economy.

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