However, the Fed has yet to use its most effective artillery: strengthening the value of the U.S. dollar.

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It has hit many people retiring in its aftermath, by reducing the value of the financial assets they use to buy a pension.

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The government also says there will be an annual statement on the use of the wine cellar - including what has been bought, what has been drunk and its value for money.

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