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What Next: What's Eating the Economy?

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Exploring the Concept of Economic Termites and Rising Costs

This chapter delves into the metaphor of 'economic termites' to illustrate how incremental price increases and fees imposed by companies can lead to a significant economic impact. Through an example of an industrial gas company raising prices on crucial gases, the episode highlights how seemingly minor changes can have far-reaching consequences across industries.

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