The challenge of reducing inequality and poverty
The article discusses the priority of addressing inequality and poverty as a pressing issue rooted in historical and social conditions, highlighting the economic disparities between urban and rural populations in Mexico.
From the fragmentation of Cuba's economy due to the collapse of tourism to the oil curse in Congo... it cannot detach from crude
Cuba faces a severe economic crisis exacerbated by a significant decline in tourism, leading to energy shortages and increased inequality.
The lifestyle in a secret neighborhood of New York: 'It's an anomaly'
A small neighborhood in New York is said to have a high standard of living while benefitting from significantly lower municipal property taxes.
The Right to Plant a 'Flag' on the Land Determines Political and Economic Power
The control of land is a key factor in political and economic power dynamics, as explored through historical and contemporary examples.
Even if 'income inequality' is alleviated... if the burden of living costs does not decrease, it feels 'more unequal'
A recent study reveals that despite improvements in income inequality in South Korea, many people still feel an increase in economic inequality due to high living costs and asset disparities.
One Picture Tells Everything About the USA โ "Completely Unsustainable," Says Man from the Heart of Financial Capitalism
A stark graphic illustrating consumer spending in the USA reveals the widening gap between the rich and the poor, prompting concerns about economic sustainability.
The low birth rate in Spain will drive the average inheritance up to 250,000 euros in about 20 years
Spain's declining birth rate is projected to result in an average inheritance of 250,000 euros in two decades, driven by fewer heirs and increasing wealth accumulation.
Inequality in the USA: 'The super-rich own everything, the rest almost nothing'
The article discusses the stark economic inequality in the United States, using Martins Ferry, Ohio, as a case study of a struggling community amid a wider economic divide.
The Unequal Impact of Price Surge on Greek Households
Recent research indicates that the recent inflation surge in Greece has disproportionately affected households based on their income levels.
World-renowned economist on wealth tax: Denmark can do it much better
French economist Gabriel Zucman argues for the implementation of a wealth tax in Denmark to address growing economic inequality.
World-renowned economist: 'One must attack on all fronts. Income and inheritance taxes are not enough'
French economist Gabriel Zucman argues for a wealth tax as a crucial tool to combat rising economic inequality.
World-renowned economist: "One must attack on all fronts. Income and inheritance tax are not enough"
French economist Gabriel Zucman argues that implementing a wealth tax is crucial to addressing growing economic inequality and ensuring a fairer tax system.
An elite of heirs is consolidating in China
China's rapid economic growth has led to a significant wealth accumulation, but the upcoming intergenerational transfer is poised to exacerbate inequality and privilege.
Javier Gil, the researcher of the 'tenant generation': 'The State is not helping the population, its intervention generates the opposite'
Javier Gil discusses the speculative nature of the global real estate economy and criticizes government interventions that prioritize financial markets over social welfare.
Income Inequality in Russia Approaching Record Highs, Research Group Says
A research group has reported that income inequality in Russia is nearing record highs amid various economic challenges.
Non-Fiction: Ideal Coin for an Ideal World?
This article discusses the growing fascination with Bitcoin, exploring its implications for freedom and inequality through the lens of economic sociology.
Novo owner scores billion profit with new V proposal, new figures show
Novo Nordisk's majority owner, alongside the Lego family's investment company and several banks, stands to gain significantly from a proposed corporate tax reduction in Denmark.
The list of the 10 richest families in the world has been published: who they are and how they made their immense fortunes
Bloomberg has released its annual ranking of the wealthiest family dynasties, highlighting the top 10 richest families whose combined fortune is 2.9 trillion dollars.
One particular thing has driven inequality up โ here are the graphs you need to understand
The article discusses the rise of economic inequality in Denmark, particularly in the context of the ongoing election campaign.
Psychiatry, inequality, and obesity medicine: Health profiles in the election debate
Health issues have not featured prominently in the election campaign, but a debate with health politicians highlights several vital topics, including tobacco tax and regional economic balance.
Just cutting fuel taxes would benefit the wealthy moreโฆTargeted support likely through supplementary budget
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung suggests that cutting fuel taxes could disproportionately benefit the wealthy, prompting a shift towards targeted financial support for low-income individuals and households.
New figures: Nearly 3,000 families can receive both food subsidies and be hit by new wealth tax
Approximately 2,900 wealthy Danish families may simultaneously qualify for food subsidies while facing a new wealth tax introduced by the Social Democrats.
Namibia: GBV, Inequality Halt Women's Progress - Nandi-Ndaitwah
Namibian President Nandi-Ndaitwah highlights ongoing challenges such as gender-based violence and economic inequality that impede women's progress towards equality, despite some advancements in women's rights.
BIVA and the 8M: When Inclusion Stops Being Discourse and Becomes Economic Policy
The events at BIVA highlight the economic inefficiency caused by gender inequality in Mexico, especially in financial markets.
Educational cooperation: why it matters more than ever
The article discusses the significance of educational cooperation in addressing inequalities and enhancing economic growth in Latin America and the Caribbean.
'Growth Strategy for Everyone' is Not Visible
The article critiques South Korea's growth strategies under the Lee Jae-myung administration, arguing that existing plans do not address the underlying structural factors contributing to increasing inequality.
Five conclusions about the billionaire boom in the United States
The number of billionaires in the United States has surged, leading to greater economic and political influence concentrated among a select few families.
The democracy we build without society
In a recent conference, Dan Slater challenged the conventional view that economic development naturally leads to democracy, emphasizing the importance of social distribution of wealth.
Say nothing now: How are Germany's richest, Martyna Linartas?
Martyna Linartas explores wealth inequality in Germany through her work and interactions with the wealthy elite, highlighting alarming economic statistics.
The Last Shah of Iran: A Regime Marked by Extreme Opulence, Waste, and a Deadly Social Abyss
The article discusses the stark contrasts of the last Shah's regime in Iran, highlighting the opulence of the ruling dynasty against the backdrop of widespread poverty and social unrest leading to its downfall in 1979.
Record number of women become customers at Nordnet
In the first months of this year, women make up 45.5% of new customers on the Nordnet investment platform, marking the highest percentage ever recorded.
Workers' Movement Business Council: It makes no sense to compare a Danish wealth tax with Norway's
Experts argue that the comparison between Denmark's wealth tax and Norway's is flawed, emphasizing the unique economic conditions in each country.
DN Debate. "The new loan rule will hit those who need to renovate"
The Swedish government's new loan regulations aimed at curbing overconsumption may disproportionately impact low-income households and young buyers who cannot afford fully renovated homes.
Professor Liene Ozoliลa: Latvia's economy has undergone several shock therapies since the 1990s
Professor Liene Ozoliลa discusses the ongoing economic challenges in Latvia, highlighting issues of poverty and inequality since the 1990s.
Branko Milanoviฤ, economist: "Western middle classes expected globalization to work for them. And it hasn't done so"
Branko Milanoviฤ discusses how globalization has benefited emerging middle classes and the wealthiest 1%, while leaving Western middle classes and the poorest in Africa behind.
How Mette Frederiksen's seven-year proposal against inequality has progressed
Mette Frederiksen's campaign against economic inequality unfolds amidst criticism of her previous proposals' implementation.
Hereโs how Mette Frederiksenโs seven-year-old proposal against inequality has progressed
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has renewed her campaign against economic inequality, revealing that only a minority of the proposals from 2019 have been implemented.
Seven years ago, she also declared war on inequality with 17 concrete proposals: What has actually happened?
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has launched her re-election campaign by prioritizing economic inequality, echoing promises made in 2019, while acknowledging that only a minority of previous proposals have been implemented.
After nearly seven years in the Prime Minister's Office: Mette Frederiksen needs to fulfill central parts of her plan against inequality
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is facing criticism for failing to implement key proposals aimed at reducing economic inequality, despite previously pledging to address this issue as she calls for a wealth tax.
Does it fit that a wealth tax would cost the state billions? The graph shows what happened in Norway
The proposal for a wealth tax in Denmark sparks debate about its potential economic impact, drawing comparisons with Norway's experience.
The SVM government is deeply divided: The election campaign begins with an economic battle over the richest
Denmark's SVM government is experiencing internal divisions as the election campaign kicks off amid an economic debate focused on wealth inequality.
Tax Havens Without Palm Trees
The article examines the concept and implications of tax havens as outlined by the OECD, referencing the Panama Papers scandal and highlighting the role of transparency and tax policies.
Police action at school in Helsinge concluded
Reactions to the Social Democrats' proposal for a 0.5 percent tax on assets over 25 million kroner vary widely, with business leaders calling it harmful and inequality advocates supporting it.
โI was poorโ โ three stories, different eras, same feeling
The article shares poignant personal stories of poverty in Estonia, revealing the emotional and educational implications of socio-economic inequality.
How wealthy parents transfer housing millions to their children
A significant number of young first-time homebuyers in Copenhagen are able to purchase properties with the financial assistance of their wealthy parents, raising questions about the dynamics of wealth transfer in the housing market.
People over 55 account for almost seven out of ten euros of the country's annual savings
A study reveals that individuals aged over 55 control nearly 70% of Spain's annual savings, while those under 30 contribute only 3%.
Proposing Property Tax on the Richest Danes
A proposal is being discussed to implement a property tax targeting the wealthiest individuals in Denmark.
Europe's Wealth Ranking: Which Countries Have the Richest People?
The article discusses the significant disparities in average and median wealth among European countries, highlighting deep financial inequalities across the continent.
Liberia: Arrival of the Yellow Machines - Promise, Process and Public Trust
The arrival of 137 excavators and graders at the Freeport of Monrovia signifies the beginning of action in Liberia's infrastructure development under President Boakai.
Sociologist warns of overlooked problem. We are becoming richer, but another crisis threatens us
A sociologist highlights the improving economic situation in the Czech Republic while raising concerns about the worsening mental health of its citizens and structural economic inequalities.