hinnannousua

Hinnannousua is a Finnish term used to describe a general rise in prices of goods and services in an economy over time. It is closely related to inflation and is often used in economic analysis and journalism.

Etymology: It is formed from hinnan, the genitive of hinta (price), and nousua, the partitive of nousu (rise). The phrase literally means "price rise" and is sometimes used as a synonym for hinnannousu, though hinnannousu is more common in everyday language.

Usage and scope: Hinnannousua can refer to short-term price increases or persistent inflation. Its causes include higher production costs, supply constraints, increased demand, and currency movements. It is typically measured indirectly through price indices such as the consumer price index (CPI) and the producer price index.

In policy and media: Analysts may discuss hinnannousua when describing inflation rates, wage negotiations, or the impact of monetary and fiscal policy on purchasing power. The term is more likely to appear in formal or technical writing than in casual speech.

See also: Inflation, price index, CPI, cost-push inflation, demand-pull inflation, monetary policy.