M-C-M’ allows the capitalists to maintain and increase their wealth by creating a monetary cycle where wage labor is purchased at the lowest possible amount, and then harnessed to produce surplus-value. The potentially “limitless,” accumulation of surplus value enhances the purchasing power of the capitalist, thereby giving them greater power through money. The capitalist, for instance, can use the money to purchase more efficient equipment for his factory. This machine allows the workers to complete more work within the hour, but their wage will remain the same. The equipment will, in short order, increase the overall surplus value.