Networks in labor markets and welfare costs of inflation

We study the welfare costs of inflation in a monetary general equilibrium model with networks in the labor market. Unemployment results when individuals are unsuccessful in hearing about job opportunities, either directly or through their peers. Inflation affects the consumption-leisure choice differently depending on job network structure; inflation hits harder in more connected networks. In these networks, people consume more and enjoy more leisure, leading to higher welfare. Inflation reduces consumption and hurts households more, when labor markets are more effective.