A remark by investor Kevin O'Leary has reignited a sharp debate about money habits, inflation and what it now means to build wealth in early adulthood.
O'Leary, known for his role on Shark Tank, said during a podcast interview that he could not understand why young professionals earning around $70,000 a year would spend $28 on lunch. He described the behaviour as poor financial discipline and argued that such daily expenses could weaken long-term wealth accumulation. His comments quickly spread across social media, drawing both support and criticism.
