devaluation
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It represents a devaluation of almost 40 percent over the rate of 6.96 pesos at which the authorities pegged the dollar in 2011.
From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026
The devaluation of that nuance is worse than the loss of any award.
From Salon ● Mar. 11, 2026
Protests and strikes in Iran over inflation and currency devaluation have spread from the capital, Tehran, to several other cities on a third day of unrest.
From BBC ● Dec. 30, 2025
“A combination of persistent inflation concerns, U.S. interest-rate cuts, fears surrounding dollar devaluation and substantial central-bank gold purchases continue to underpin prices,” he told MarketWatch by email.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 2, 2025
The devaluation led to a spurt in inflation, to 48% in 1994, but inflation moderated in 1995.
From The 1996 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency