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The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Economic Impact of Ending De Minimis on Consumers and Retailers

This chapter explores the consequences of abolishing the De Minimis rule for low-value imports, focusing on global postal service challenges and socioeconomic impacts. It also contrasts viewpoints on how American retailers might gain from potential price increases affecting low-income families.

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