Amidst Ukraine’s ongoing conflict, the nation saw a significant uptick in its millionaire population, with 10,700 individuals declaring annual incomes over UAH 1 million in 2023, marking a 10.5% increase from the previous year. However, economic disparities deepen as the war persists. Meanwhile, in the United States, the middle class faces significant challenges, with soaring mortgage rates at 7.22%, inflation rates exceeding 20%, and the average annual cost of goods increasing by $12,000 compared to the previous year, all under the backdrop of Bidenomics policies and open border concerns.
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Ukraine, a war torn country, has increased its millionaire population by 1,200 in the last year
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