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> If you have ever travelled to Europe and tried to buy clothing, food, or a computer, this is why they are so much more expensive than in the US

I would like to see some figures for that, but I think that more than tariffs, the author is not taking into account the VAT, the price of carburant and some other things.

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VAT is definitely significantly higher than the US in most EU states, even double. It contributes greatly to the higher prices. Additionally, the different currency and shipping costs add a considerable sum too.

Don't have any figures but I lived in the US and I can confirm that statement on a personal level.

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