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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Why living in India feels ‘richer' for foreigners: US influencer explains purchasing power parity in viral video
Kristen Fischer, an American content creator based in New Delhi, has gone viral for breaking down why living in India feels more affordable and value-rich for many foreigners. Known for her videos documenting life in India, Fischer explained the concept of Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), a metric that compares the buying power of different currencies after adjusting for cost-of-living differences across countries. In the video, Fischer says, '$10 in the US might get you a simple meal, but the equivalent of $10 (Rs 800) in India could buy you several meals.' Highlighting how everyday expenses stretch further in India, she added, 'A haircut costing Rs 100 in India is equivalent to $40 in the US, meaning you could get 34 haircuts in India for the price of one in the US.' While acknowledging that salaries in the United States are generally higher, Fischer pointed out that so is the cost of living. 'Sure, incomes are higher in the USA, but everything costs more there, too. And yes, I know incomes in India are much lower, but so are the costs of goods and services,' she noted. Sharing the video, Fischer wrote: 'Too many responses about purchasing power made me make this video to explain it. Rupees in India stretch further than the relative dollars do in the USA.' Watch the viral video here: A post shared by Kristen Fischer (@kristenfischer3) Several social media users appreciated Fischer's insights on the topic. 'A truly enlightening explanation—beautifully articulated,' a user wrote. 'We never bought anything premium in US while in India we buy the best always,' another user commented. 'Good. Very neatly explained. That is the purchase power of India,' a third user reacted. 'So basically EARN in dollars and SPEND in ruppees is best way to live life,' a fourth user said.
India Today
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- India Today
US woman lists pros and cons of living in India. Internet reacts to viral video
An American woman who has been living in India for the past four years shared her appreciation for the time she has spent in the country, while also listing some of the challenges she has a video posted on Instagram, Kristen Fischer spoke about both the positive and negative aspects of her experience living in India so known for documenting her life experiences, shared the clip titled, 'As a foreigner living in India, I am not ashamed to admit that no place is perfect.'advertisement Her caption contrasted life in India with that in the US: 'I love India, but it is by no means perfect. It certainly has flaws and aspects I don't like. I love the USA, but it has a lot of problems and is not the perfect picture everyone thinks it is.'She continued, 'I believe we have the power to create our own happiness, no matter where we are. It is a choice. Will you choose to focus on the negative, or will you choose to see the positive? I believe that this outlook significantly affects our joy and satisfaction in life. Choose to focus on the good today. Choose happiness.'In the clip, Fischer admitted she misses her family back home, but couldn't deny the many things that have made her feel at home in India. She added that she prefers Indian food and doesn't mind being a minority here. 'India has better hospitality and is a better place for kids. Local farming is better, and the food is healthier here,' she pointing out the perks of living in India, she also spoke about the challenges she has encountered. 'I hate the pollution in Delhi, and I hate the garbage on the streets,' Fischer said in her video.'India is a more modest country. I don't think India is perfect. We must find our own happiness,' she the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kristen Fischer (@kristenfischer3)Social media users praised her honest take on the country. "I admire your honesty & you are absolutely correct! No place is perfect. If we can adjust comfortably, that's enough," a user said, while another added, "Agree with everything you said. India isn't perfect, but we can work towards making it the perfect nation we want it to be.""Such an inspiring post. I have been focusing on the negative for quite some time now. But this post of yours and your writing motivated me to look into the positive. Truly, you are amazing. Much Love," another user the comments here:Kristen Fischer has made headlines several times. Earlier this month, she also shared 10 ways her life changed since moving to India.- EndsMust Watch
Economic Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Viral Video Rupee vs Dollar: US woman proves Rs 800 beats $10 in real life; Internet calls it 'best explanation of PPP ever'
Kristen Fischer's video is creating buzz. It explains the rupee's value. She uses Purchasing Power Parity. This compares costs across countries. Her examples include food and haircuts. Many find her explanation clear. Viewers appreciate her positive view of India. Some dream of earning in dollars and spending in rupees. The video is sparking interest online. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads 'Let's break it down': Kristen keeps it simple Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Real-life examples: Food, haircuts, and more Internet reacts: 'Better than many economists!' Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads In a time when many are questioning how far their money really goes, a short Instagram video by American content creator Kristen Fischer has sparked a big conversation. With over 1.3 lakh views, her clip answers a common question: Is the Indian rupee actually better than the US dollar?Kristen, known for her simple and relatable content, explained the idea using real-life examples instead of boring financial jargon. And the internet loved who has been living outside the US for four years now, often mentions how affordable life in India is. But she says many people reply with comments like, 'You can't compare India and the US.'So, she breaks it introduces the idea of Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), which basically means how much things cost in one country versus another. 'One dollar and one rupee are not equal in value,' she says, 'but what matters is what they can buy locally.'And that's where the rupee of giving textbook definitions, Kristen talks about everyday stuff. 'If you have $10 in the US, that might get you one simple meal,' she explains. 'But Rs 800 in India (around $10) can get you several meals.'In her caption, she gives an even better comparison: the cost of a haircut.'In India, an average haircut is around Rs 100. In the US, it's $40 – that's Rs 3,400! So basically, you can get 34 haircuts in India for the cost of one in the US.'She also adds that while people in the US might earn more, they also spend a lot more on basics – making the rupee feel stronger within response to Kristen's video has been huge. Many said her simple way of explaining things helped them understand PPP for the first viewer commented, 'We never bought anything premium in the US, but in India, we always go for the best.' Another wrote, 'This is better than many economics lessons!'Others praised her constant love for India. 'You always say something positive about India – thank you, Kristen,' one user summed it up perfectly: 'Earning in dollars and spending in rupees – that's the real dream life.'Disclaimer: This article is based on a viral video and public commentary. ET does not independently endorse or offer any economic views or advice reflected in the content.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Rupee Vs Dollar: US Woman Explains Why Living In India Feels Richer
Kristen Fischer, an American woman living in India, has sparked discussion with a video showcasing how the Indian rupee offers better domestic purchasing power than the US dollar. In her videos, Ms Fischer often shares about the affordability of life in India, but receives comments questioning the comparison between India and the US. To address this, she explained the concept of Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), using everyday examples that illustrate the rupee's value in India compared to the dollar's value in the US. Notably, PPP is an economic indicator that accounts for the cost-of-living differences between countries. It helps compare the value of currencies and living standards across nations. In the video, the influencer stated that $10 in the US might get you a simple meal, but the equivalent of $10 (Rs 800) in India could buy you several meals. She also noted that a haircut costing Rs 100 in India is equivalent to $40 in the US, meaning you could get 34 haircuts in India for the price of one in the US. MS Fischer further emphasised that while incomes may be higher in the US, the cost of living is also significantly higher. Meanwhile, India offers a more affordable lifestyle without compromising on the quality of life. "Too many responses about purchasing Power made me make this video to explain it. Rupees in India stretch further than the relative dollars do in the USA. Sure, incomes are higher in the USA, but everything costs more there, too. And yes, I know that incomes in India are much lower in India, but so are the costs of goods and services," she captioned the video. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kristen Fischer (@kristenfischer3) Her video resonated with many viewers, who praised her simple yet effective explanation of PPP. One user wrote, "So basically EARN in dollars and SPEND in ruppees is the best way to live life." Another commented, "A truly enlightening explanation—beautifully articulated." A third said, "You always have something positive to say about India, thank you Kristen." A fourth stated, "People dont understand its dollar colonisation. The day world stops using usd, US economy would halve. US prints money without any gold backing and yet there is no inflation because the world uses usd for trading."
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Hindustan Times
‘No place is perfect': US woman in India shares what she admires and dislikes about life here
An American woman who has been living in India for the past four years has sparked meaningful conversations online after sharing a candid video reflecting on her experiences as a foreigner in the country. Kristen Fischer, a content creator, took to Instagram to post a heartfelt clip in which she openly spoke about both the aspects she loves and the challenges she faces while living in India. An American woman shared her honest views on living in India.(Instagram/kristenfischer3) (Also read: US woman living in India uses simple math to show why rupees offer better value than dollars) The overlay text in her reel read: "As a foreigner in India I'm not ashamed to admit..." followed by a list of reflections. Among them were, "I miss my family, I prefer Indian food, I like being a minority, I hate Delhi pollution, India is a better place for kids, I think being veg is better, India is a more modest country, I hate the garbage on the streets, food is healthier here, hospitality in India is better, and local farming is better." The video concluded with a message: "I don't think India is perfect. We must find our own happiness." Watch the clip here: Acknowledging flaws, choosing joy In her caption, Fischer elaborated on her thoughts, writing, "As a foreigner living in India, I am not ashamed to admit that no place is perfect. I love India, but it is by no means perfect. It certainly has flaws and aspects I don't like. I love the USA, but it has a lot of problems and is not the perfect picture everyone thinks it is." She added, "There will be flaws anywhere we go and our job is to learn to see the good in all of it, no matter what. I believe we have the power to create our own happiness no matter where we are. It is a choice. Will you choose to focus on the negative, or will you choose to see the positive? I believe that this outlook significantly affects our joy and satisfaction in life. Choose to focus on the good today. Choose happiness." Online reactions full of warmth The heartfelt post struck a chord with several users. One user wrote, "Such an inspiring post. I have been focusing on the negative for quite some time now. But this post of yours and your writing motivated me to look into the positive." Another said, "I just love your content." A particularly heartfelt comment read, "We love you too, not by seeing you as a foreigner, but by considering you an integral part of our country. Despite several problems in the country, we Indians will still love you like a family member." Others praised her honesty. "I admire your honesty and you are absolutely correct! No place is perfect. If we can adjust comfortably, that's enough," one user noted.
