Central Bank Policy Dilemma
You are an economic advisor to the central bank of a country with a long-standing inflation target of 2%. Following a major, persistent disruption to global supply chains, inflation has risen to and remained at 7% for over a year. Recent surveys of households and businesses show that they now expect inflation to stay near this high level for the foreseeable future. Based on this situation, outline the multi-stage policy path the central bank must now undertake to restore its 2% inflation target. In your answer, describe the initial policy action, the expected short-term impact on employment, and the final step required once the target is achieved.
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