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Economics

Social Trust and Its Effects on Economic Development

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Countries where most people believe others can be trusted have significantly higher GDP per capita—studies estimate that a 10% increase in trust raises national income by about 0.5% per year.

Why this is interesting

Imagine every business deal required a lawyer at the table. Now imagine a world where a handshake is enough. That difference is social trust, and it can shape an entire economy.