Published Dec 26, 2013
Episode 56: The Gains from Trade
James Fodor delves into the mechanics of global trade by unpacking comparative advantage, the pros and cons of buying local, and the dual benefits of trade, before dissecting the nuanced impact of trade barriers like tariffs and quotas, all while analyzing their broader effects on the global economy and major institutions such as the WTO and IMF.
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