Some of the challenges presented under a pine tree include extreme shade, lack of moisture, a heavy layer of pine needles, and rarely, extreme acidity. In all honesty, the biggest challenge is a lack of moisture, as a pine tree can create a solid rain shield underneath its branches.
Family Dollar. Family Dollar Stores Inc. is an American variety store chain in the United States. With over 8,000 locations in all states except Alaska, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington, it is the second largest retailer of its type in the United States. Family Dollar is headquartered in Matthews, a suburb of Charlotte, North Carolina, where it employs 1,400 people.
DEFINITION of 'Weak Dollar' A weak dollar is a situation where the U.S. dollar's value is decreasing relative to one or a basket of foreign currencies. Essentially, a weak dollar means that a U.S. dollar can exchange for fewer amounts of foreign currency. A number of factors, not just economic fundamentals, can lead to a period of U.S. dollar weakness. The term weak dollar is used to describe a sustained period of time, as opposed to a 24 to 48-hour decline in the greenback. BREAKING DOWN 'Weak Dollar' Much like the economy, the strength of a country's currency is cyclical, so periods of strength and weakness are inevitable.