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The Big Mac Index turns 40, and here’s the beef: It’s still relevant.

The Big Mac Index turns 40, and here’s the beef: It’s still relevant.
MarketWatch Friday 31 July 2026, 12:16 UTC By Jules Rimmer 1 min read
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Broadly speaking, burgers are cheaper in Asia, a part of the world where the U.S. president has accused several countries of currency manipulation.

Broadly speaking, burgers are cheaper in Asia, a part of the world where the U.S. president has accused several countries of currency manipulation.
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