purchasing power
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His comments echoed those of a former People’s Bank of China official, Sheng Songcheng, who said in November that the correct exchange rate to balance the purchasing power of Chinese and American consumers might be as strong as five or even four yuan to the dollar instead of seven today.
“That’s putting more and more behind the credence that precious metals is a wonderful way to protect purchasing power,” she added.
From Barron's
The agricultural trade deficit partly reflects Americans’ immense purchasing power and their preference for year-round dietary variety.
From Barron's
If you use the Rule of 72 with 8% to 10% inflation, your purchasing power halves in less than a decade.
From MarketWatch
It’s a guaranteed way to lose purchasing power while feeling responsible.
From MarketWatch
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