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Caviar used to be so abundant in American rivers that bars gave it away for free. Today, a single ounce can cost more than $250. Its high cost is a result of its scarcity. But over the past decade, China has exported more caviar than any other country in the world, flooding the market.
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Once a seafood powerhouse in America, Red Lobster is bankrupt and shutting down dozens of restaurants. Is Wall Street to blame?
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