The wolf that ate Wall Street: US economy roars amid rising income inequality

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As the US stock market continues to set records, and the economy creates millions of new jobs, many Americans are forced to settle for low-paying work and meager benefits. How long can the inequality continue?

The sound of popping champagne bottles will soon echo across Manhattan this holiday season as corporate America is in decidedly high spirits. And for seemingly good reason. Wall Street has witnessed one of its most robust earning seasons on record, the employment picture is at its lowest rate in 50 years, while many corporations are swimming in cash.

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