supply-side

American  

[suh-plahy-sahyd] / səˈplaɪˌsaɪd /

adjective

Economics.

1. of or relating to a theory that stresses the reduction of taxes, especially for those of higher income, as a means of encouraging business investment and growth and stabilizing the economy.

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Etymology

Origin of supply-side

First recorded in 1975–80

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How does supply-side compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• supply-side vs. demand-side

Example Sentences

“On the other hand, for Poland as a net commodity importer, higher energy prices are a negative supply-side shock, which might constrain output and activity.”

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“Supply-side measures alone cannot fully offset the scale of the disruption,” the IEA wrote on Friday.

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Economic theory suggests policymakers should often look through supply-side inflation shocks to support growth.

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But targeting is a supply-side advantage.

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“Only the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz will truly eliminate the currently historic supply-side bid” that’s been leading to higher oil prices, Richey said.

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