Some analysts argue that there is a trade-off between unemployment and inflation. When the rate of employment increases, more people are working and therefore have more to spend. When consumers have more money to spend, manufacturers often seek to make a greater profit by raising prices on goods and services. As prices rise, in-flation can follow. If prices rise too quickly, inflation occurs faster than growth in wages. Workers begin to spend less, and supply outpaces demand. The result is a slow-down in productivity. Fewer workers are needed, and unemployment rises as inflation goes down. This trend is exacerbated by the benefit of unemployment to employers. If there are numerous people looking for work, employers can offer lower wages and quickly fill open positions. If the unemployment rate is low, then there are fewer people willing to accept less desirable employment.