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Here’s a look at what you can get for a single buck today and how Americans’ purchasing power has changed over the past two decades:
Here’s a look at what you can get for a single buck today and how Americans’ purchasing power has changed over the past two decades:
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💰 Lucky penny
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If you’re looking for a lucky penny, an estimated 240 billion of them are sitting in jars and under sofa cushions across the U.S. Here's this week's money news.
Generation Money: Baby Boomers' snapshot
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With half of the nation’s wealth in the hands of Baby Boomers, let's see how this generation measures up.
Generation Money: Gen X's snapshot
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Gen X appears to be making the most of their money while juggling competing life priorities. Learn more about how their finances compare.