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Is the Panama Canal a rip-off?

The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Economic Dynamics of the Panama Canal

This chapter explores the strategic importance of the Panama Canal for U.S. shipping and the role of the Panama Canal Authority in managing operations and revenue. It highlights the challenge of balancing toll rates against competition from other shipping routes following significant expansion investments.

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