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It’s Official: This Oil Giant Has Avoided Dutch Disease

Norges Bank study contradicts theory on economic impact of oil riches
The Scarabeo 8 deepwater oil drilling rig, operated by ENI Norge AS, stands illuminated at night after being re-fitted at the Westcon AS yard in Olensvag, Norway.Photographer: Kristian Helgesen
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An abundance of oil and gas can be a curse if not managed properly. In academic circles it’s called Dutch Disease, a term that was coined after the Netherlands suffered a decline in manufacturing following the discovery of major petroleum riches.

Other countries have fared worse. In Venezuela and Angola, the discovery of black gold has depressed productivity and income.