Trickle Down

Theory that economic growth can best be achieved by letting businesses flourish, since their prosperity will ultimately trickle down to middle- and lower-income people, who will benefit by increased economic activity. Proponents say that it produces more long-term growth than direct welfare grants to the middle- and lower-income sectors. See also Supply-Side Economics.

Theory that economic growth can best be achieved by letting investors and businesses flourish, since their prosperity will ultimately trickle down to middle and lower income people, who will benefit by increased economic activity. See also Supply-Side Economics.