Hyperinflation is a rapid rise in the general price level. When inflation occurs, sometimes people anticipate further inflation. They then spend all their savings "now" to beat the anticipated price increases; after all, money in the bank during inflationary periods only can depreciate in value. Businesses buy more capital goods. Workers get paid higher and higher wages. These actions will further intensify the pressure on prices. Inflation drives inflation further; it eventually may cause economic collapse.