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devaluation

[dee-val-yoo-ey-shuhn] / diˌvæl juˈeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
depreciation
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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




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