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How would a US sovereign wealth fund even work?

The Indicator from Planet Money

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Understanding Sovereign Wealth Funds and Their Viability in the U.S.

This chapter delves into the role and historical background of sovereign wealth funds, with a focus on the Texas Permanent School Fund. It examines the obstacles the U.S. confronts in creating its own fund, highlighting differing viewpoints from economists on investment strategies and government financial management.

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