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How America gave up on free markets with Thomas Philippon

Nov 12, 2019 · 1h 14m
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  • Thomas Philippon discusses how American markets have become increasingly consolidated, driving up prices for consumers across healthcare, technology, and air travel
  • While consolidation was once cheaper in the US compared to Europe, prices have gradually risen as competition decreased, but consumers don't notice the slow increases
  • Consolidation isn't universally harmful—some markets benefit—but in key sectors, reduced competition has eliminated the pricing advantage America once had

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Thomas Philippon
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