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Makers and Takers

Rana Foroohar
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Makers and Takers

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016

Book Brief

Rana Foroohar

Makers and Takers

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Global • 2010s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Makers and Takers, Rana Foroohar argues that the U.S. financial system fuels economic inequality and societal instability by disproportionately benefiting the finance industry and the wealthy. The industry, which influences politicians and CEOs, focuses on maximizing shareholder value often at the expense of wage growth, job creation, and fair economic policies, leading to widespread systemic inequities.

Informative

Challenging

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.2

2,294 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rana Foroohar's Makers and Takers receives praise for its in-depth analysis of financialization and its impact on the economy. Reviewers commend the clarity and urgency of her argument, though some critique its occasionally repetitive nature. The book effectively highlights the disconnect between Wall Street and Main Street but can feel overly alarmist to some.

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Who Should Read Makers and Takers?

Readers who enjoy Capital in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty or Too Big to Fail by Andrew Ross Sorkin will be captivated by Rana Foroohar’s Makers and Takers. This book is ideal for those interested in economic policy, financial markets, and the socio-economic impact of Wall Street on Main Street.

4.2

2,294 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Global • 2010s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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