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  "id": 8599977,
  "title": "Sir Lynton Crosby, CT Group Executive Chairman, on the Case for Capitalism",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/sir-lynton-crosby-ct-group-executive-chairman-on-the-case-for",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-18T21:06:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Finance",
    "slug": "yahoo-finance",
    "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/policy/articles/sir-lynton-crosby-ct-group-210625339.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a recent study, CT Group, led by Sir Lynton Crosby, surveyed 3,000 people to gauge public attitudes toward capitalism. The findings revealed that while the public is not rejecting capitalism, they are not particularly enthusiastic about it either. This ambivalence creates a messaging gap that businesses could address to better communicate the benefits of capitalism.\n\nThe study found that a large majority of respondents still support the concept of capitalism, even if they don't necessarily like the word itself. This indicates a willingness to be persuaded, rather than a hardened opposition to the system. The research also uncovered that the most persuasive arguments for capitalism focus on individual benefits, such as opportunities for hard work, better prices for consumers, and a stronger economy that funds essential services.\n\nHowever, the study also revealed that businesses have been unsuccessful in effectively communicating these benefits to the public. Instead, businesses have focused on the idea that capitalism is \"good for business,\" which resonates less with the public. To connect with the public, businesses need to shift their messaging to address personally relevant issues, such as job creation, wages, social mobility, and the overall standard of living.\n\nFurthermore, the research showed that a majority of respondents believe businesses should be answerable to more than just shareholders. A significant portion of the public prefers a stakeholder model, where companies are accountable to customers, employees, and the wider community. This suggests that the public is ready for a more regulated economic system that balances economic growth with social accountability.\n\nIn summary, CT Group's research suggests that businesses need to reevaluate their messaging strategies when it comes to capitalism. By focusing on individual benefits and addressing the public's desire for a more socially responsible business model, companies can better communicate the value of capitalism and rebuild trust with the public.",
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