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demand-side

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[dih-mand-sahyd, -mahnd-] / dɪˈmændˌsaɪd, -ˈmɑnd- /

adjective

Economics.
  1. of or relating to an economic policy that treats consumer demand as the chief determinant of the economy.


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Monetary policy is about stabilizing the demand-side of the economy so the supply-side of the economy can produce as much as possible.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

In a note on Thursday, Swiber and Juneau wrote that they think, in the near-term, “AI will drive more demand-side inflation from surging AI capex and a positive wealth effect.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026

Roku brought in more advertising revenue through new and expanded partnerships with demand-side platforms such as Amazon Ads and FreeWheel, allowing advertisers to buy premium streaming ad inventory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

Tobin questions the need for more demand-side incentives, suggesting that when interest rates fall, demand will naturally increase.

From Salon • Sep. 5, 2024

The item calls for greater transparency from the PUC, including better reporting around what is driving costs, and a review of demand-side management programs that affect customer usage.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 30, 2024

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