demand deficit
[/dɪˈmænd ˈdɛfɪsɪt/]
nounpl: demand deficits
déficit de demanda
1. A situation in economics where the total demand for goods and services in an economy is less than the total supply available, resulting in unused productive capacity and potential economic stagnation
The country faced a significant demand deficit after the financial crisis, leaving factories operating below capacity.
O país enfrentou um déficit de demanda significativo após a crise financeira, deixando as fábricas operando abaixo da capacidade.
2. In macroeconomic policy, the gap between aggregate demand and aggregate supply that requires government intervention through stimulus measures
The central bank implemented expansionary monetary policy to address the demand deficit and stimulate economic growth.
O banco central implementou uma política monetária expansionista para enfrentar o déficit de demanda e estimular o crescimento econômico.
This is primarily technical economic terminology used by economists, policymakers, and financial professionals in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, particularly during economic downturns, the term is frequently discussed in media and policy circles. The concept became especially prominent in discussions following the 2008 financial crisis and COVID-19 pandemic economic impacts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a demand deficit requires stimulus
address the demand deficit
combat demand deficit through policy
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →