The Bush Wealth Advantage : The two-track economy: How wealthy consumers are keeping growth afloat

As financial professionals, we often describe the U.S. economy as primarily driven by the consumer. Household spending accounts for nearly two-thirds of total economic activity, making it the cornerstone of both growth and resilience. Recent data, however, underscores an important nuance: not all consumers are contributing equally. The spending power of the wealthiest households is carrying a disproportionate share of activity—more so than at any point in recent decades. Recognizing this imbal