What term describes the decrease in value of one currency compared to another?

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Published
1 Jun 2019
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28 May 2026

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A decline in the value of a currency relative to another is known as depreciation. Conversely, an increase in value is called appreciation. Floating refers to a currency whose value is determined by the market, while strengthening indicates an increase in value.

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