Macro Momentum • Purchasing Power Decay • Yield Curves
What $1,000 buys over time:
| Timeline | $ Value (Off.) | $ Value (SGS) | Deval (Off.) | Deval (SGS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Year | $968.05 | $898.47 | 3.2% | 10.2% |
| 10 Years | $722.76 | $342.81 | 27.7% | 65.7% |
Mean of Official vs. ShadowStats:
Context: This average blends the BLS Official CPI with the ShadowStats 1980-methodology. While official figures include adjustments like hedonics and substitution, ShadowStats captures a fixed-basket cost increase. This "middle-ground" metric provides a balanced estimate of actual currency decay.
U.S. M2 Money Stock in Trillions (USD)
Last Updated: 2026-06-02 20:48:31