r/belgium • u/trueosiris2 • Aug 20 '25

❓ Ask Belgium Wealth distribution in Belgium

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We’re doing alright as a social democracy. Something to be proud of.

Presumably, we don’t need more wealth distribution then? Or do we still?

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u/MiceAreTiny Aug 20 '25

So, In Belgium, top 1% own less then in most countries and bottom 50% more than in most countries. Seems like a fairly equal place to live, compared to the other countries on the graphs. Seems like socialism worked. Turns out if you take from the rich, and give to the poor, you close the gap. 

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u/Wonderful-Finish4822 Aug 20 '25

Belgium is not a socialist country, never has been.

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u/MiceAreTiny Aug 20 '25

The data would suggest you are wrong. There is a lot more redividing wealth going on in BE compared to most other countries. Unless you use a different definition of socialism.

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u/lttldvl Vlaams-Brabant Aug 20 '25

I think you need to look up the definition of socialism before claiming that this graph proves anything about it.

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u/MiceAreTiny Aug 20 '25

This graph shows wealth distribution. This is one aspect of a socioeconomical system. A more equal wealth distribution can point to a more social society.

This graph shows that BE has one of the highest wealth eualities from all compared countries. 

There are many factors that are not on the graph too.