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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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DBS’s economics team thinks CPI likely declined 0.1% on the year in January, citing the continued decline in oil prices and muted demand-side impulses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Amazon’s advertising business has grown over 20% annually since 2019 due to sponsored-product listings, the company’s demand-side platform and video ads on Prime.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 10, 2025

Analysts agree that more demand-side support from policymakers would be needed to prop up the economy.

From Barron's • Oct. 15, 2025

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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