Wealth, Health & Performance
Published by Corb7 International Inc.
“Why the spooky season presents opportunities for investors.” ——- Halloween isn’t just about costumes, candy, pumpkins and haunted houses. It’s also a multibillion-dollar business that deserves a closer look from investors. Behind the spooky decorations and trick-or-treating is an annual surge in consumer spending that benefits retailers, candy manufacturers, costume suppliers and seasonal specialty stores. […]
“Big profits in a short season.” ——- Every autumn, seemingly overnight, vacant storefronts across America transform into Halloween wonderlands filled with costumes, decorations and spooky surprises. But behind these temporary stores is a fascinating business model. The biggest player, Spirit Halloween, was founded in 1983 and acquired by Spencer Gifts in 1999. Today, it operates […]
“Strong growth but are the profits there?” ——- The fitness industry continues to flex its financial muscles, attracting entrepreneurs looking to capitalize on America’s growing interest in health, wellness and longevity. From traditional gyms like Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness to boutique concepts offering Pilates, strength training and specialized workouts, franchise opportunities are plentiful. But […]
“Why walking away can be a winning strategy.” ——- Entrepreneurs are constantly reminded that persistence is the key to success. Never give up, push through adversity, and keep chasing your dream. Sounds like good advice, right? Well, not always. Sometimes the smartest business decision is recognizing when something simply isn’t working. Whether it’s an underperforming […]
“Why rising incomes don’t always translate into greater financial security.” ——- A growing financial divide between younger and older Americans is raising important questions about how wealth is created and preserved. According to Federal Reserve research highlighted in an October 13 report by Tyler Flores, inflation-adjusted median net worth increased 37% between 2022 and 2025 […]
“Physical fitness may be one of the most overlooked assets in business.” ——- There is an old saying that if you have a body, you are an athlete. You don’t have to run marathons, lift heavy weights or compete on a playing field to appreciate the message. Your body is the vehicle that carries you […]
“When markets are hitting records, discipline matters more than prediction.” ——- It is one of the most tempting questions in investing: The market has had a good run — should I take some money off the table? It is especially relevant right now. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record territory again this week, supported […]
“The rules are changing, and businesses must change with them.” ——- International business has always required an ability to adapt, but the pace of change today is unusually fast. Technology, security, financing and regulation are increasingly interconnected, meaning a development in one country can quickly affect companies thousands of miles away. For entrepreneurs and […]
“26 Years of stories, lessons and a few adventures along the way.” ——- As September comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on a milestone that almost slipped past me. This month marks 16 years of publishing Global Common Cents. Add to that another ten years as Publisher and Editor of an inflight magazine […]
“October is one of the peculiarly dangerous months to speculate in stocks. The others are July, January, September, April, November, May, March, June, December, August and February.” – Mark Twain ——- October has long carried an ominous reputation on Wall Street. Often referred to as the “October Effect,” the belief that stocks are particularly vulnerable during […]
