Published 2 years ago

Super-rich thrive as COVID-19 pushes millions into poverty

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A new billionaire has been created every 26 hours since the pandemic began. More than 160 million people are estimated to have been pushed into poverty during the health crisis. The 10 richest people boosted their fortunes by USD 15,000 a second or USD 1.3 billion a day during pandemic.

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DNA India

World's 10 richest double their fortunes as Covid pushes millions into poverty: Oxfam

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Cyprus Mail

Super-rich thrive as Covid pushes millions into poverty

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