I'd argue that inflation is further reducing the cost. Inflation means that $1 is fundamentally less valuable in the future than it is right now. If we're maki

I'd argue that inflation is further reducing the cost. Inflation means that $1 is fundamentally less valuable in the future than it is right now. If we're making a deal for me to pay $1 in the future, I'd prefer to make that $1 payment as far out as possible.