There are many reasons we should be skeptical of the GDP statistic. But it is nonetheless important to understand how it is calculated.
This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon. Narrated by Millian Quinteros.
Original Article: “Calculating GDP Correctly“.
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