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False Economy
This episode reveals how our seemingly smart, cost-saving decisions often lead to greater long-term expenses and unintended consequences.
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“This episode reveals how our seemingly smart, cost-saving decisions often lead to greater long-term expenses and unintended consequences.”
— Alan Beattie, False Economy
Decision-making, hidden costs, long-term value
If you've ever paid more later for something you tried to save on now, this can help you see the true cost of your choices.
Alan Beattie, a seasoned financial journalist and former trade editor for the Financial Times, brings a sharp, global perspective to the subtle economic traps we encounter daily, revealing the hidden logic behind our most common spending mistakes.