When you think of the difference between the rich and the poor, private jets, concierge doctors or even homeownership probably come to mind. But the new dividing line is actually burgers. McDonald’s prices are cutting out customers who make less than $45,000 a year, which is about one-third of Americans. It hasn’t hurt the Golden Arches – by any measure, business is booming. But it’s a stark reminder that a growing number of people in the US are struggling to afford the basics.

@BloombergOpinion's Nir Kaissar breaks down the data to explain why it’s time to add burgers to the list of what separates the haves and have-nots.

Subscribe to our channel! / @BloombergOpinion

Follow BLOOMBERG OPINION here:
➤ Twitter: [ Ссылка ]
➤ Instagram: [ Ссылка ]
➤ TikTok: [ Ссылка ]

#mcdonalds #inequality #inflation #trump #opinion #bloomberg #economy #math #data #useconomy #fastfood #incomeinequality #financialliteracy

-----------------------------------------
Reporting by: Nir Kaissar

Produced by: Mary Newman

Data visualizations: Nir Kaissar, Carolyn Silverman, Taylor Tyson, Elaine He

Video Editing: Mary Newman

Motion Graphics: Mary Newman

Do the Math Theme Music by: Craig Wedren

Production Assistance: Ale Lampietti, Christina Sterbenz,
Mic-Anthony Hay, Christine Vanden Byllaardt

свернуть