Transnational capitalist class

The transnational capitalist class (TCC) is a social class composed of individuals and groups who own, manage, or control transnational capital and whose economic interests, professional networks, and political influence operate primarily at the global rather than national level. The concept is most commonly associated with scholars of globalization and international political economy who argue that, since the late 20th century, increasing cross-border integration of production, finance, technology, and governance has fostered the emergence of a globally-oriented elite, distinct from nationally-rooted capitalist classes.