purchasing power

Example Sentences

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Here’s one way to guard against a loss of purchasing power.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

It’s expected to deliver softer mining earnings, noting that the Indonesian conglomerate’s March auto sales fell on year from holiday-related seasonality and still-weak purchasing power, she says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

If inflation averages 2% to 3% a year, your purchasing power erodes over time.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

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

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

“Mass purchasing power makes the big difference. For example, breaded veal cutlets.”

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller