Performance-Based Elites in Capitalism
Capitalism is distinguished as the first economic system where elite status is primarily determined by economic performance. Unlike in pre-capitalist systems like feudalism, where a lord's position was secure regardless of mismanagement, a firm owner in a capitalist economy must operate profitably to maintain their status. Failure to do so results in bankruptcy and the loss of their position as an owner.
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