Media moguls, religious leaders, cultural icons, and even high-level criminal masterminds.
Rothkopf applies the 80/20 rule to power, illustrating how a tiny fraction of the global population controls the vast majority of its wealth and decision-making capacity. The Impact on Global Stability
The superclass is defined by its ability to influence millions of lives across borders. It is not a monolithic group but a shifting network of individuals from various sectors: Superclass: The Global Power Elite and the Worl...
CEOs of transnational corporations and leaders of financial powerhouses.
Predominantly older men (median age 58), highly educated, and mostly from North America and Europe. Core Themes and Key Takeaways Media moguls, religious leaders, cultural icons, and even
In David Rothkopf identifies a group of approximately 6,000 individuals —one for every million people on Earth—who wield the majority of global influence. This guide explores how these elites shape the global agenda, often operating beyond the reach of national laws and sovereign governments. The Anatomy of the Superclass
Rothkopf argues that while this elite drives globalization and international cooperation, their pursuit of self-interest has exacerbated global inequality. It is not a monolithic group but a
Networks—built at exclusive gatherings like the World Economic Forum in Davos—act as "force multipliers" for individual influence.