Wealth Gap Widens: Ultra-Rich Speed Ahead
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The economy is diverging, with the ultra-wealthy reaping massive gains from stocks and private businesses, while most people feel stuck. The S&P 500 has tripled in the last decade, funneling riches to the top. Business ownership now drives a significant portion of top one percent income. However, median household net worth is just $192,700, and crossing into the top one percent requires $13.6 million. The bottom fifty percent own just 2.5% of total wealth. Inflation is officially at 2.4%, but homes have jumped 52% since 2020, and groceries are up 25%. Housing, childcare, and health premiums are hitting middle-class budgets hard. Consumer sentiment has plunged, and spending gaps highlight the divide. Unless significant changes occur, the squeeze on regular wallets is not easing anytime soon.
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