Wealth, Health & Performance
Published by Corb7 International Inc.
“The Chipotle Indicator.” ——- In a world overflowing with official statistics—GDP, CPI, PMI—it’s often the unofficial signals that tell the most interesting stories. Enter the Chipotle Indicator. Coined by market commentators and business journalists, this informal gauge uses the financial performance of Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) as a proxy for the health of the […]
“How Dubai, Singapore, and Zurich are redefining the global map of wealth and finance.” ——- As global capital flows continue to evolve, the landscape of private banking and fintech is undergoing a profound shift — and three hubs are rising fast: Dubai, Singapore and Zurich. Once the domain of traditional heavyweights like London and […]
by Laurie Hyllberg Vice President, Kinsa Group – Food & Beverage Recruiting Experts kinsa.com Biography: Laurie Hyllberg shares weekly insights on the executive hiring process, drawing on 25 years of experience leading Kinsa Group, a food and beverage executive search firm serving North America. “Inside the growing debate over whether testing behavior leads to better business […]
“You are entitled to your opinion. But you are not entitled to your own facts.” ― Daniel Patrick Moynihan ——- Life is all about perspective At the time of this writing, we do not know the results of the various elections across the United States on Tuesday, November 4th. Such is the challenge of publishing […]
“Investing in the spooky side.” ——- When you think of Halloween, you probably picture costumes, candy, pumpkins and haunted houses. But for the entrepreneurial investor (yes, that means you), it’s worth considering the holiday through a broader lens: consumer behavior and market patterns. U.S. adults are expected to spend around $13.1 billion this year on Halloween, according to […]
“Halloween is a perfect metaphor for business: creativity draws the crowd.” ——- Happy Halloween and Business is Booming! According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), the 2025 Halloween spending estimate of $13.1 billion represents an increase of $1.5 billion over the 2024 estimate of $11.6 billion Once the domain of kids, it is now very, very big business! Are […]
“Rubies, sapphires, and emeralds .. oh my.” ——- The recent jewelry heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris reminded the world that gemstones remain among the most coveted and portable forms of wealth. On October 19, 2025, thieves broke into the museum’s famed Galerie d’Apollon and stole eight priceless pieces from the French crown-jewel collection in a daring […]
“300,000 Euro flat tax lures global elite.” ——- Italy’s government plans to raise its special flat-tax regime for wealthy new residents, increasing the annual levy on foreign-sourced income from €200,000 to €300,000 beginning in 2026. According to Reuters, the measure is part of Italy’s upcoming budget law and is designed to boost fiscal revenue while maintaining the […]
“A lesson in too-good-to-be-true investments.” ——- Every so often, “historic bond” schemes resurface – offering investors what appears to be an irresistible opportunity: century-old certificates supposedly worth millions in hidden or inflation-adjusted value. In truth, these instruments are nothing more than collectibles. According to the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Inspector General, bonds issued by long-defunct governments […]
“Here is what you need to know before you go.” ——- This week’s travel column (see below) comes from Brandon Ahearn, who brings a truly distinctive professional background as both an attorney and a CFA (Certified Financial Advisor). Born in the United States and now living in Switzerland, Brandon offers a perspective that is […]
