A subagent cost explosion occurs when fees from multiple intermediary agents stack up, inflating total expenses. Used in complex supply chains or insurance, it happens when each sublayer adds their own markup. Businesses with direct oversight benefit most by cutting these layers, while consumers gain from reduced final costs and clearer pricing structures.
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