Although, most Muslims would express appreciation for the ability of the average American to react empathetically to their causes.

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For the buyers, obtaining a higher interest rate than is available from bank deposits, as well as the ability to purchase a yuan-denominated security and to benefit from the appreciation of the Chinese currency that many expect in the coming years are the main attractions of dim sum bonds.

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Alongside the gain in assets has come an increased ability to borrow against them and an increased tendency to spend as if the asset appreciation would go on forever.

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