Who are the wealthy in France? Wealth inequality is widening

According to latest data, the number of wealthy people is declining in France but their fortunes are increasing, revealing growing concentration of wealth.

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Wealth and income data show polarization: fewer very wealthy people but with larger fortunes.

This trend raises questions about tax equity and income redistribution policies.

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