Meritocracy Myth: How Luck Shapes British Success
Julian Richer argues acknowledging luck's role in success would help tackle Britain's record inequality. The Fairness Foundation challenges meritocracy myths.
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Investing vs Saving: Isa Wealth Gap Revealed
HMRC data reveals a stark divide: top stocks and shares Isa pots average £10.98m, dwarfing cash Isas. Discover the power of long-term investing for wealth building.
Billie Eilish's billionaire criticism sparks wealth debate
Pop icon Billie Eilish joins growing chorus demanding billionaires pay fair share as wealth inequality reaches crisis levels. Analysis of why the ultra-rich are under fire.
Mandelson enters Sunday Times Rich List
Lord Peter Mandelson enters Sunday Times Rich List alongside Indian steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, revealing surprising wealth accumulation since leaving frontline politics.
£70TN inheritance boom to worsen UK inequality
Leading economists warn that an unprecedented £70 trillion in wealth transfers over the next decade will dramatically widen the gap between rich and poor, creating a 'silver spoon' economy.
Billionaires double wealth while poverty crisis deepens
Shocking Oxfam report exposes how billionaires' wealth has doubled since 2020 while nearly 5 billion people face devastating poverty - with Trump's tax cuts fuelling the inequality fire.
US Billionaires' Wealth Soars by £698bn in One Year
America's ten wealthiest individuals saw their fortunes skyrocket by $698 billion over the past year, with Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos leading unprecedented wealth accumulation during economic uncertainty.
Billie Eilish Slams Billionaires in Wealth Speech
Billie Eilish makes headlines with powerful critique of billionaire culture while revealing her own staggering net worth in latest interview
Gina Rinehart: Young Aussies Should Stop Whingeing
Australia's richest person delivers blunt advice to younger generation about home ownership and work ethic in controversial social media post that's sparked national debate.
US Billionaire Wealth Surges to $5.5 Trillion
Exclusive analysis reveals staggering growth among US billionaires as their collective wealth surges to unprecedented levels, creating both economic opportunities and societal challenges.
Brits prioritise memories over money in lifestyle shift
New research reveals Britons value life experiences and personal memories more highly than financial security, with 60% prioritising meaningful moments over money.
Young Brits crown Roger Moore as ultimate James Bond
A dramatic generation gap has emerged in the great James Bond debate, with under-35s declaring Roger Moore the ultimate 007 while traditionalists maintain Sean Connery's supremacy. Daniel Craig fails to impress either camp in surprising new research.
Billionaire wealth largely paper-based, study finds
Groundbreaking research reveals the staggering truth about billionaire wealth - much of it exists only on paper, creating a distorted picture of global inequality.
British student, 19, dies in Barcelona gap year tragedy
Harry Lomas-Thomas, a promising student from Surrey, fell from height during Barcelona trip, leaving family devastated and raising questions about youth travel safety.
Australian 'Death Tax' Proposal Sparks Boomer Backlash
A controversial new inheritance tax proposal in Australia has ignited fierce debate, with older generations pushing back against what they're calling a 'death tax' that would redistribute wealth from estates to younger Australians.
UK courts Canadian experts in post-Brexit talent drive
Leading British academics and industry figures are calling for Canadian professionals to fill critical skills gaps following Brexit, with Vancouver's tech and healthcare sectors identified as prime recruitment targets.
Diane Keaton's £100 Million Fortune Revealed
Hollywood icon Diane Keaton has amassed an eyewatering £100 million fortune through her legendary acting career and savvy property investments across California.
Beckhams' £425 Million Fortune: Inside Their Empire
From football pitches to fashion runways, discover how the Beckhams built their staggering £425 million net worth through savvy business moves and brand partnerships.
NHS staff vote to strike over institutional racism
Thousands of NHS workers across England have overwhelmingly voted for strike action, citing deep-rooted institutional racism and significant pay disparities affecting ethnic minority staff.
UK Savings Crisis: Wealth Gap Hits 53:1 Ratio
New research reveals a staggering divide in UK savings, with the wealthiest households sitting on £85,000 while the poorest struggle with just £1,600. Discover what this means for Britain's financial future.
UK Workers Need 28 Years to Save Emergency Fund
Shocking research reveals Britain's growing wealth divide as typical employees struggle to save one month's expenses while high earners build safety nets in months.
Lifetime work fails to bridge UK wealth gap
Shocking new research reveals that typical UK employees could work their entire careers without ever joining the wealthiest 10%, exposing a deeply entrenched wealth divide.
UK's Regional Wealth Gap Widens as South East Pulls Ahead
New analysis reveals a stark post-pandemic wealth gap across Britain, with the South East racing ahead while other regions face economic stagnation. Discover which areas are winning and losing in the UK's regional divide.
UK Lottery Millionaires Join Ultra-Exclusive Wealth Club
Discover how Britain's newest lottery millionaires are gaining exclusive access to luxury services, private jets, and billionaire connections through a secretive wealth club.
Billionaire wealth triples as US inequality reaches crisis point
Shocking new research reveals America's billionaire class has tripled its wealth since 2020, creating unprecedented economic inequality as working families face mounting financial pressures.
Mothers lose £65,618 in pay by child's fifth birthday
Groundbreaking research reveals the staggering financial cost of motherhood in Britain, with women's earnings taking a £65,618 hit during their first child's early years.
Beckham earns £236m in dividends from business empire
Football legend David Beckham's commercial ventures generated a staggering £236 million dividend payout last year, cementing his status as one of Britain's most successful sporting entrepreneurs.
Tony Blair's £35m Fortune & Luxury Lifestyle Revealed
Exclusive look at how Tony Blair transformed from Labour leader to multi-millionaire businessman with properties from London to Barbados and clients including controversial governments.
Princess Eugenie embraces Meghan Markle's stealth wealth style
Princess Eugenie undergoes a dramatic fashion transformation, adopting the minimalist 'stealth wealth' look famously championed by Meghan Markle in a striking style evolution that's turning heads.
Boomer Wealth Myth Exposed: Luck, Not Wisdom
New research dismantles the Baby Boomer belief that personal wisdom built their wealth, revealing how historic economic advantages created a generational divide that millennials can't overcome.
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