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Why the US economy is still the envy of the world

The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Impact of Productivity and Energy on the U.S. Economy

This chapter explores the link between productivity and wages in the U.S., revealing that average wages in disadvantaged areas can still exceed those in developed nations. It highlights the transformative impact of the Great Shale Revolution on the U.S. economy, enhancing its stability against global market fluctuations.

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