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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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Dow Jones with a Strong Comeback in 2025!

“Blue-chip gains accelerate as Caterpillar and Apple lead the year’s top performers.” ——- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has posted a solid performance in 2025, gaining roughly 10.8% year-to-date. This figure comes according to the year-to-date Dow return tables published by Slickcharts, which track the index’s total performance across the calendar year. For many investors, this […]

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Cross-Border M&A Finds Its Footing in 2025

“U.S.–Germany M&A Emerges as 2025 Standout.”   ——- Cross-border M&A has quietly regained momentum, and 2025 is shaping up as the first genuine recovery year rather than a short-term bounce. According to a Reuters summary of Boston Consulting Group’s 2025 M&A report, global deal value in the first nine months of this year rose roughly 10% compared with 2024, […]

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Celebrating Our 450th Issue and 45,000 Readers!

“”I became a publisher to come as close as possible to the heart of the world.” – Henry Luce, American Magazine Magnate  ——-  Edition Number 450!   I wanted to take a moment to thank you for following this newsletter as we celebrate the 450th edition — a milestone we truly consider a major achievement. Every […]

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Seven AI Stocks to Watch in 2026

“Hardware, cloud infrastructure and enterprise players to keep on your radar.” ——- Artificial intelligence continues to drive significant investment across global markets, and 2026 is shaping up to be another strong year for companies building the infrastructure behind this technology. Below are seven widely followed AI-related stocks with their current prices and symbols, along with […]

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A European Hub for Family Asset Protection

“Why the Swiss Trust Company Business Model still matters in 2026.”   ——- Switzerland remains one of the most respected jurisdictions in the world for finance, family asset protection, and cross-border business — and for good reason. Its long tradition of commercial stability, predictable courts, and strong privacy laws have made it a magnet for […]

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