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Which economist is often called the father of capitalism?

capitalism

[kap-i-tl-iz-uhm] / ˈkæp ɪ tlˌɪz əm /


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American capitalism has made Nick Hanauer very rich.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 19, 2026

“First Cow” is about the sweetness of friendship and French pastries in the wilds of Oregon during westward expansion; “The Weight” is about the corrupting forces of capitalism.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 18, 2026

A leading figure of the new generation of Italian capitalism, he also chaired Ray-Ban, one of EssilorLuxottica's most iconic brands, which also include Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples.

From Barron's Aug. 25, 2026

I am constantly amazed by the number of people in our country who do not seem to understand the basics of capitalism.

From MarketWatch Aug. 18, 2026

The capitalism that bloomed in the cities and small towns of North Korea weakened the government’s iron grip on everyday life and did little to enrich the state.

From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden




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