Bracket Creep

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Definition of 'Bracket Creep'

A situation where inflation pushes income into higher tax brackets. The result is an increase in income taxes but no increase in real purchasing power.
Investopedia Says

Investopedia explains 'Bracket Creep'

This is a problem during periods of high inflation as income tax codes typically take a longer time to change.

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