What happens if an inflation category is not assigned a number?

When no specific number is assigned to an inflation category in Argus Enterprise, it will default to the general inflation rate. This design allows the software to ensure there is a baseline inflation adjustment applied to financial models, maintaining consistency and accuracy in projections. By using the general inflation rate, users can still account for inflationary trends without requiring specific values for every category, simplifying data entry and enhancing usability.

In instances where an inflation category lacks an assigned number, having a default ensures that the calculations can proceed rather than being halted or producing errors, which might be the case if the system required a number but did not receive one. This design choice helps streamline processes and prevent potential interruptions in financial analysis.