Redefining Capitalism

Capitalism is often misunderstood as a zero-sum game where one person’s gain is another person’s loss. However, it functions as a system of interdependent stakeholders—customers, employees, suppliers, investors, and the community—all engaging in voluntary exchanges that enhance mutual gains. This win-win scenario enables businesses to thrive, as seen in the example of the Amazon and Whole Foods merger, where price reductions benefited customers, employees received raises, and investors saw significant stock gains. The competitive aspect of capitalism pushes businesses to improve continuously, ensuring that complacency is kept at bay and progress is made for all parties involved.