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The Intelligence from The Economist

Heir-raising: the boom in inheritance

Feb 27, 2025
Callum Williams, a Senior economics writer, discusses the dramatic rise of inheritance as baby boomers pass on their wealth. He explores its implications for modern society, including the growing wealth gap and the potential emergence of a new inheritor class. Benjamin Sutherland takes a cool dive into the rising trend of cold therapy, sharing personal experiences and the science behind it. Listeners will discover how these themes connect to broader issues of wealth and health in today's world.
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  • The increasing wealth from inheritances, particularly with $6 trillion expected to be passed down, signifies a shift toward 'inheritocracy'.
  • The recent decline in the Democracy Index highlights the growing authoritarianism despite significant elections and a demand for more representative governance.

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