purchasing power

Example Sentences

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“A spike in inflation due to higher oil prices will reduce purchasing power, affecting every industry.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Inflation undermines the purchasing power of fixed incomes.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Economists expect the severe price jumps to eat into Americans’ purchasing power and could slow aggregate consumer spending.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Preserve your purchasing power and keep an eye on your tax brackets.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

The day he learned that he was terminally ill was the day he lost interest in his purchasing power.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom