Why Trade Surpluses Can Still Make an Economy Stagnate
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Explore the paradox of trade surpluses leading to economic stagnation. Learn why booming exports don't always translate to domestic prosperity, as seen in Japan's lost decades and Germany's stagnant wages. Uncover the mechanics of how export earnings fail to boost local demand, causing deflation and unemployment. Chapters: 00:00 Selling More, Earning Less 00:15 The Broken Loop 00:31 The Consumption Crisis 00:45 Japan's Lost Decades 01:01 Rethinking Surpluses
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