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Appreciation

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Definition
Appreciation
Appreciation is a rise in the value of a currency in terms of other currencies, which is also called strengthening.
Not to be confused with: Depreciation
Depreciation is a fall in the value of a currency in terms of other currencies, which is also called weakening.
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