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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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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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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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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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Cyber Scams Spike During the Holidays

“Here’s some ideas to protect yourself.” ——-  The year-end holiday rush is officially here — and unfortunately, so is the spike in cyberattacks and scams targeting distracted shoppers. A few smart precautions can go a long way toward protecting yourself. In just a couple of decades, the internet has completely reshaped daily life. Things that […]

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You Should Give Him Your Shoes

“A quick reflection as the holidays approach.” ——-  Last weekend, I had the chance to make a quick trip back to my hometown of Pittsburgh. A good friend invited me in for a doubleheader of football — watching our alma mater, the University of Pittsburgh, take on Notre Dame on Saturday, followed by the Pittsburgh […]

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Freedom or Control? The Capitalism-Socialism Crossroads

“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 […]

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Big Business & Halloween 2025

“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 […]

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Thinking of Moving to Europe?

“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 […]

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The “October Effect”

“Stock market trends?”    ——- Last week, I discussed how stock markets tend to behave in a non-election year here in the United States. Yet, no real look at seasonal patterns would be complete without revisiting some of the more dramatic October moments in history—moments that remind investors just how fragile confidence can be when […]

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