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Zurich Cannabis Investment Conference

“February 20, 2026 .” ——- The cannabis investment landscape in Europe continues to heat up, and one of the standout events on the 2026 calendar is the Talman Zurich Premier Cannabis Investment Conference, set for February 20, 2026, at the iconic Dolder Grand Hotel in Zurich, Switzerland. According to The Talman Group’s official event page, this […]

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The War on Capitalists

“Education without common sense is like piling a bunch of books on the back of an ass.”  – John H. Corbett , Sr. (my Dad) ——-  Yuri Alexandrovich Bezmenov, was a former Soviet KGB agent who defected to Canada.  During a 1985 interview which is offered in the video link below, he states incredible insights […]

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St. Moritz Crypto Conference is this Week

“January 14-16, 2026 .” ——- This Crypto Finance Conference 2026 will be in beautiful St. Moritz, Switzerland. The St. Moritz Crypto Conference, taking place this week in St. Moritz, is worth paying attention to because it sits at the intersection of digital assets, private capital, and one of the world’s most discreet financial hubs. St. Moritz has […]

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Understanding Special Purpose Vehicles

“Planning beyond borders.”   ——-  A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) is a financial entity created for the purpose of fulfilling a very specific or temporary objective. It is separated from the sponsoring or parent company and may be controlled by several companies working together.  SPVs are typically used by companies to isolate the firm from financial risk.  A company […]

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This Week’s Global Perspectives

“Business trends, smart insights, and a few well-hidden gems worth discovering.”   ——-  Welcome to this week’s edition of Global Common Cents, where we once again explore a wide-ranging mix of ideas shaping business, lifestyle, and personal decision-making in a rapidly changing world. From boardrooms to personal well-being, our goal remains the same: to surface insights […]

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Why California’s Proposed Wealth Tax is Financial Suicide

“A one-time fix or the start of something bigger?” ——- California voters are likely to hear much more about a proposed 5% “billionaire wealth tax” in the run-up to the 2026 election. The measure, formally advanced as a ballot initiative, would apply a one-time 5% tax on the net worth of individuals and certain trusts with […]

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Venezuela After Maduro

“Opportunity beyond oil – with strings attached.”   ——- If Venezuela were to experience a genuine political transition and re-open its economy after the removal of Nicolás Maduro, the long-term investment story would extend well beyond oil—but only under very specific conditions. According to the International Monetary Fund, Venezuela’s economy has been distorted for years […]

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2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse!

“”A year associated with momentum, independence and bold action.”   ——-  2026 marks the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac, beginning on February 17, 2026, and running through February 5, 2027. The Chinese zodiac operates on a 12-year cycle, with each year represented by an animal and influenced by one of five elements. According […]

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What to Know About Real Estate in 2026

“Why real estate could regain its footing in the New Year.” ——- Real estate is once again moving into the conversation as a credible long-term investment heading into 2026. After several years defined by rising interest rates and cautious buyers, the market appears to be entering a more balanced phase. Inflation has moderated meaningfully from […]

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Boxing Day 2025

“An official holiday since 1871.”   ——- Boxing Day, observed annually on December 26, is a widely recognized holiday in Canada, but Canadians are far from alone in marking the occasion. The day is also celebrated across the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand, among other countries, each putting its own modern spin on a tradition with surprisingly […]

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