The weekend is here! Pour yourself a cup of Danish blend, find a comfy spot outside, and settle in for some long weekend reading.
• Will Costco’s golden age continue? With great trade practices and supportive employment, Costco has become a beloved fixture in America. But maintaining that love can be a challenge during tough times. (New Yorker)
• Luxury homes in the Hamptons are making a comeback. The East End is seeing a notable revival driven by an influx of home sales exceeding $10 million. (WSJ) See also New York’s golden handcuffs: The reality for wealthy New Yorkers: Don’t expect a mass exodus of billionaires, even if Mamdani wins the mayoral race. (Bloomberg)
• A guide to long-term asset returns in investing. This study reviews asset performance across various economic landscapes. By examining historical data, even dating back to the 1700s, it looks to inform investors on how to make strategic choices. (Deutsche Bank)
• The Beatles’ comedic potential. They could have rivaled the Marx Brothers in humor during their prime. (Honest Broker)
• Peter Thiel’s fascination with the Antichrist. Thirty years ago, a peace-loving Austrian theologian discussed unique concepts with Thiel, which seem to have shaped a path for wealthy individuals. (Wired)
• Reevaluating the carnivorous caveman myth. It turns out, the protein sources of our ancestors were not what you might think. (Vox)
• Insights on consciousness from numerous theories. Hundreds of theories explore the essence of experience and what it reveals about free will and AI. (New Scientist) See also Consciousness, experience, and reality’s fundamental nature. Consider that removing just one atom from a piano doesn’t change its identity, yet doing so continuously will eventually transform it entirely. (Marginalian)
• Embracing creativity amid impermanence. Life’s two certain factors—birth and death—lead to the question: How should we utilize our limited time? Once survival needs are met, what pursuits are truly worthwhile? (Hello, Mortal)
• A destination for longevity. A rising city in Honduras seeks to develop anti-aging treatments. Is this the future of healthcare? (New Republic)
• Billie Eilish reshapes the pop music industry. At just 23, she has won multiple Grammys and Oscars, all while attempting to create a more sustainable industry for the future. (Wall Street Journal)
Check out Master of Business this weekend with John Hilzenrath, who brings a wealth of experience as a former chief economics correspondent. He’s known as the “Fed Whisperer” and has an impressive background that includes winning a Pulitzer Prize.
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