French economist Thomas Piketty argues that in a capitalist system with a growing economy,increasing inequality is inevitable.

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In his book "Capital in the Twenty-First Century," Piketty presents empirical evidence to support his thesis that in a capitalist system with a growing economy, the rate of return on capital exceeds the rate of economic growth, leading to increasing wealth concentration and inequality. He argues that this trend can only be mitigated by progressive taxation and redistributive policies.

French Economist Thomas Piketty Argues That in a Capitalist System