Chevron's big bet

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American oil giant Chevron plans to funnel $7 billion into its
Venezuela operations over the next five years, with a goal of
more than doubling its production in the country. In this
episode, we explain what Chevron has to gain from the deal and
why other oil companies are hesitant to follow. After that: Can
zero job growth be part of a healthy labor market? Are diesel
prices affecting railroad freighting demand? And, will
better-fitted windows turn into energy savings?

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