Tag Archives: poorer
Income inequality growing in the nation’s capital
In the town that launched the War on Poverty 48 years ago, the poor are getting poorer despite the government’s help. And the rich are getting richer because of it. Continue reading
Developed or developing? Try merging markets
LONDON (Reuters) – Investors are criss-crossing the increasingly smudged line between emerging and developed markets as the euro zone crisis challenges traditional perceptions of a safe investment. Continue reading
WHO: Dementia cases worldwide will triple by 2050
Cases of dementia — and the heavy social and financial burdens associated with them — are set to soar in the coming decades as life expectancy and medical care improve in poorer countries, the World Health Organization says. Continue reading
Rich, educated people more likely to lie, cheat
A new study gives new meaning to the word “classy” — it turns out wealthier, better educated, more successful people have a greater tendency to lie, cheat and cut off pedestrians while driving, compared to their poorer neighbours. Continue reading
Saputo earnings rise after acquisition
(Reuters) – Canadian dairy producer Saputo Inc reported higher profits and revenue on Tuesday, helped by improved efficiency and last March’s acquisition of Wisconsin’s DCI Cheese Co. Continue reading
