purchasing power
Example Sentences
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“In their mind, it’s safe. But it’s really eroding their purchasing power by 3% a year.”
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
Even a small change in mortgage rates can affect a buyer’s purchasing power.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Eve symbolized beauty and promised consumers the same results through their purchasing power.
From Salon • May 17, 2026
While this approach simplifies planning, it can miss important differences in how inflation actually affects retiree budgets and may understate the real pressure on long-term purchasing power.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 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
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