This document discusses the theory of purchasing power parity (PPP). PPP states that exchange rates should adjust so that a currency can buy the same amount of goods and services in all countries. It is based on the law of one price, which says that goods must sell for the same price globally after accounting for exchange rates. The nominal exchange rate between two currencies should reflect differences in their price levels. Limitations of PPP include the fact that not all goods trade globally and tradable goods from different countries are not always perfect substitutes.