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PFD’s buying power has plummeted since the 1980s, an economist finds

PFD’s buying power has plummeted since the 1980s, an economist finds

Update: 2025-10-02
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University of Alaska economist Brett Watson analyzed the buying power of this year’s $1,000 dividend — and found it’s worth less than ever when compared to housing, gas, and other essentials.
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PFD’s buying power has plummeted since the 1980s, an economist finds

PFD’s buying power has plummeted since the 1980s, an economist finds