Author: Aaron
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The Collectible Value of the Michelin Man, Michelin Guide, and All Things Michelin
When thinking of collectibles, most investors conjure images of vintage watches, rare coins, or classic cars. Yet an overlooked category with rising value in recent years is Michelin memorabilia, spanning the iconic Michelin Man (Bibendum), original Michelin Guides, and branded automotive collectibles. The Michelin Man: Bibendum as Art and Investment Created in 1898, the Michelin…
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Canadian Millionaires: Rising Numbers, Fading Confidence, and the Growing Exodus
Canada is producing more millionaires than ever before. According to Credit Suisse’s latest Global Wealth Report, Canada ranks among the top countries for the number of millionaires, with over 1.7 million individuals holding net worths above USD $1 million. Fueled by rising real estate prices, stock market growth, and asset inflation over the past two…
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Canada’s Economic Decline: 47 Taxes and Still Falling
Canada, long viewed as a stable and prosperous G7 nation, is now facing a troubling economic decline. Despite collecting taxes through 47 different streams, the country’s growth is stagnating, productivity is falling, and household debt is among the highest in the OECD. A Nation of Taxes From federal and provincial income taxes to sales taxes,…
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Happy Independence Day: A Declaration to End the Fed and Embrace a Golden Era
As Americans gather to celebrate Independence Day, fireworks light the skies in memory of our forefathers’ stand for liberty, sovereignty, and self-determination. Yet, as we honour 1776, a new declaration is emerging – one that speaks to financial freedom and the future prosperity of We the People. An image circulating this week from USDebtClock.org captures…
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Tokenizing Private Assets: From $700 Billion to $4 Trillion by 2030
Industry analysts forecast remarkable growth for the tokenized private asset market, projecting it will reach between $0.7 trillion and $4 trillion by 2030. This acceleration is driven by the migration of private equity, venture capital, and alternative assets onto blockchain networks, enabling these traditionally illiquid investments to be issued, owned, and traded more efficiently. At…
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Mining Bitcoin Down to the Last Satoshi: What Happens When All BTC is Mined?
Bitcoin is unique in the financial universe because it is a finite digital asset. Unlike fiat currencies that can be printed endlessly, Bitcoin has a hard-coded maximum supply of 21 million coins. As of mid-2025, approximately 19.7 million BTC have been mined, leaving fewer than 1.3 million BTC remaining to be unlocked. How Many Miners…