Thomas Piketty
Economist | Best-Selling Author on Inequality
Most recently at TED in 2014.
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Thomas Piketty is a renowned French economist and author of the groundbreaking book 'Capital in the Twenty-First Century. ' As a professor at the Paris School of Economics, his research focuses on the long-term dynamics of income and wealth distribution.
Piketty's work has reshaped global discussions around economic inequality, prompting new policy debates and inspiring millions with his data-driven storytelling. His keynotes provide audiences with deep insights into the economic forces shaping our world and outline bold solutions for creating a more equitable future.
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New thoughts on capital in the twenty-first century
French economist Thomas Piketty caused a sensation in early 2014 with his book on a simple, brutal formula explaining economic inequality: r > g (meaning that return on capital is generally higher than economic growth). Here, he talks through the massive data set that led him to conclude: Economic inequality is not new, but it is getting worse, with radical possible impacts.
1 talk, all in 2014
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