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The spat over VAT

The Indicator from Planet Money

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Understanding Value-Added Tax (VAT)

This chapter examines the complexities of value-added tax (VAT) and its comparison to sales tax in the U.S., highlighting the multi-stage nature of VAT in the product lifecycle. It also discusses the implications of VAT on international trade, particularly its perceived advantages for European manufacturers over U.S. producers.

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