The Inflation Illusion: Why Everything Feels Too Expensive

Описание: Official statistics claim that inflation has been cooling down to around 2.5%, but if you look at your everyday expenses, it tells a completely different story
. Why does it feel like the price of everything—from cars to fast food—is massively outpacing inflation?
In this video, we break down the "statistical illusion" of modern inflation and the three major blind spots in how the government calculates the Consumer Price Index (CPI)
. We explain how "quality adjustments" in tech make official prices look lower than what you actually pay at the register
, the bizarre way housing costs are estimated using "owner's equivalent rent" instead of real homeownership costs like mortgages and taxes
, and the harsh reality of "enshittification"
. Plus, we look at how sneaky dynamic pricing algorithms and apps force you to jump through hoops just to get a fair deal
.
If you are wondering why your paycheck isn't stretching as far as it used to, you aren't crazy
. Watch to find out what is really going on with your money!
Tags #inflation #costofliving #cpi #economy #PersonalFinance #Enshittification #HousingMarket #DynamicPricing #moneyeducation #financialliteracy