An Empirical Investigation of Inflation Dynamics in Kenya
Omanyo Daniel Odhiambo
Abstract:This study examined inflation dynamics in Kenya using quarterly data covering 2010Q1 to 2023Q1. The study employed the ARDL bounds testing approach to cointegration to estimate the determinants of inflation in Kenya. It examined the presence of second-round effects of inflation using the gap model approach. The study establishes that the nominal exchange rate, broad money supply, and output gap are the dominant drivers of inflation in Kenya. In addition, the study finds strong evidence of inflation inertia in … Show more
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