Global inflation has surged upward over the past couple of years. For the OECD group of relatively advanced countries inflation peaked in the fall of last year at a level not seen since the 1980s, and it has yet to fall substantially from that peak. How much, and how quickly, the inflation is likely to recede is a matter of much debate. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).