Its conclusions mark trends similar to those presented by the World Inequality Lab, which monitors the progress of inequalities worldwide. The world was very unequal when the pandemic arrived, in March 2020, but its impact has greatly aggravated the situation and its consequences. In 2020, 21 and so far in 22, among the main observable trends are those that continue to be synthesized. The Triggering of InequalitiesIn the 21 months of the pandemic, the 10 richest in the world doubled their wealth. 75% of the world's inhabitants live in countries where income distribution is more unequal than it was in 1990.

Source: Forbes June 02, 2024 08:02 UTC