The US ecosystem allows no recourse against parasites / kleptocrats who raise the “cost of living” every year in the “””””free market”””””

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1. we must examine why fast food restaurants in other countries can run with lower overhead.

2. These do not equate: hourly wage of AU$16 vs US$16.

   NOTE: “As of the latest available exchange rate, **AU$15.89** converts to approximately **US$10.48**. [This is based on the exchange rate of **1 AUD = 0.66 USD**](https://bing.com/search?q=convert+AU%2415.89+to+US%24)[^(1)](https://bing.com/search?q=convert+AU%2415.89+to+US%24). Please note that exchange rates fluctuate, so the exact amount can vary if the rate changes.”

   ALSO NOTE: “The minimum wage in California for all employers starting January 1, 2024, is **$16 per hour**. Fast food restaurant employers are required to provide a minimum wage of $20 per hour on April 1, while the wage for healthcare facilities also increased on June 1 (it can be paid from between $18 to $23 per hour).”

   BIG MAC IN AU$: [McDonald’s Menu Prices Australia (June 2024) | frugal feeds](https://www.frugalfeeds.com.au/mcdonalds-prices-menu/)

   MIN WAG in AU: [2024 Guide to the Australian Minimum Wage for Employees | Indeed.com Australia](https://au.indeed.com/career-advice/pay-salary/australian-minimum-wage#:~:text=17%20years%20of%20age%3A%2057.8,minimum%20hourly%20rate%20of%20%2419.16)

3. The numbers OP has provided are in USD.

   The minimum wage in Australia is AUD$23.23 (USD$15.31 at today’s exchange rate).

   A Big Mac is AUD$7.90 (USD$5.21 at today’s exchange rate).

   Also, if you work more than 10 hours per week your employer is required by law to contribute 10.5% on top of your salary to your retirement fund.

   THE BURGERS ARE STILL CHEAPER.