Tag #Economic Inequality

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Perth's Housing Crisis: Even High-Income Earners Priced Out

Soaring Perth property prices since 2019 have priced out even high-income earners, with new data showing that single individuals in 17 professions couldn't save enough for a 20% deposit, and only three out of seventeen analyzed couples could, highlighting the urgent need for housing policy changes.

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American Dream's Attainability Questioned in 2024 Survey

A 2024 Pew Research Center survey shows that just over half of Americans believe the American Dream is achievable, revealing a deep societal division over its attainability and definition, with perspectives varying significantly based on political affiliation and personal experiences.

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Trump Administration's Disconnect from Economic Realities

The Trump administration, composed mostly of millionaires, is disconnected from the economic struggles of average Americans, as evidenced by President Trump's dismissive comments about tariffs potentially causing toy shortages and the administration's failure to address rising costs of essential goo...

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US Tariffs on Chinese Goods Hike Prices on Temu and Shein, Hitting Low-Income Consumers

Increased tariffs and the expiration of a duty-free exemption on Chinese imports are causing price hikes on Temu and Shein, disproportionately impacting lower-income Americans who relied on these platforms for affordable goods, forcing them to cut back on spending.

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No Poverty
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Macedonian May Day: Border Delays, Union Protests, and Government Response

Macedonia experienced 30-minute border delays on May Day, a typical holiday travel surge, while a union protested for wage increases, contrasting with another union opting for dialogue; the government countered with economic growth figures and social support measures.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Tariffs on Chinese Goods Hike Prices on Temu and Shein, Hitting Low-Income Consumers Hard

The expiration of a duty-free import exemption and increased tariffs on Chinese goods are causing price hikes on popular e-commerce sites Temu and Shein, disproportionately affecting low-income American consumers who heavily rely on these platforms for affordable products.

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No Poverty
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EU Banking Crisis: Spain's High Cost and Opaque Bank Profits

Eurostat data reveals a €266.171 billion cost for the EU banking crisis (2007-2024), with Spain bearing the largest burden (€72.655 billion), while a study shows Spanish banks received €8 billion in 2024 for risk-free deposits yielding a 3.7% return, despite earning €16 billion in net profit.

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Uneven AI Adoption Impacts Worker Income: A Call for Inclusive Technological Advancement

A study reveals uneven AI adoption across US firms significantly impacts worker income. While advanced firms automating decrease worker income shares, less-advanced firms automating increase wages and productivity, highlighting the need for inclusive AI adoption.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Federal Funding Cuts Exacerbate US Hunger Crisis

The Campaign Against Hunger in NYC faces a severe food crisis due to a $1.3 million funding cut and increased demand, forcing it to reduce distributions and impacting thousands of families, including working individuals; this reflects a nationwide hunger crisis caused by funding cuts and rising livi...

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Zero Hunger
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Harris Criticized, California's Economic Paradox

Bill de Blasio criticizes Kamala Harris's lack of consistency, while an analysis reveals California's economic struggles under Governor Newsom despite surpassing Japan as the world's fourth-largest economy in 2024, highlighting the complexities of progressive policies.

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UK Cash Usage Decline Creates Two-Tier Society, Report Warns

A UK Treasury Committee report reveals a 31% fall in ATM withdrawals since 2019, highlighting the disproportionate impact on vulnerable groups facing higher costs due to reduced cash acceptance; the report suggests potential government regulation to ensure continued access to cash.

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No Poverty
kathimerini.gr
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Greece's Tax System: A Call for Systemic Reform

A Greek columnist criticizes the government's planned tax cuts, arguing for a complete overhaul to address the disproportionate tax burden on low-income earners and the favorable treatment of high-income earners and capital gains, claiming Greece has the most wealth-favorable tax system in the OECD.

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52% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality

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