Welcoming 2026: Year of the Horse
Published on 12/31/2025The Chinese zodiac is an ancient tradition that assigns meaning and symbolism to each year through a cycle of animals, shaping celebrations and cultural beliefs across generations. In 2026, the Year of the Horse highlights themes of energy, independence, and momentum.
How Board Games Built a Holiday Empire
Published on 12/30/2025How did Parker Brothers games become a holiday staple for so many families?
The Shifts That Shaped 2025
Published on 12/29/2025The biggest trends of 2025 reflect a year of recalibration, as consumers and businesses alike focused on building habits and systems that are more practical, resilient, and human-centered.
Santa Baby, Where Are You From?
Published on 12/24/2025Where did our modern-day Santa Claus come from?
The Financial Effects of War on the Global Economy
Published on 12/23/2025Periods of geopolitical tension always leave fingerprints on financial markets.
The Price of Christmas Cheer
Published on 12/22/2025Here are some interesting economic facts about Christmas in the United States, and what they say about consumer behavior and broader economic conditions.
The Solo Economy
Published on 12/19/2025The rise of the “solo economy” reflects a growing cultural shift in which more people are choosing single life and shaping consumer behavior around independence rather than couple-centric norms.
2025 Arbitrage Market Wrap - Part 2
Published on 12/18/20252025 Arbitrage Market Wrap: the 10 market-moving events that defined the year, and what they could mean for 2026.
2025 Arbitrage Market Wrap - Part 1
Published on 12/17/20252025 Arbitrage Market Wrap: the 10 market-moving events that defined the year, and what they could mean for 2026.
What We’ll Eat and Drink in 2026
Published on 12/16/2025Predicted food and beverage trends for 2026 point toward a blend of wellness, nostalgia, and cultural authenticity, with consumers seeking both functional benefits and emotionally resonant flavors.
The Best Types of Gold to Buy: A Practical Guide for Smart Investors
Published on 12/15/2025How can you decide if gold is a good buy for you?
Embracing a Blank Canvas with Pantone’s Color of the Year
Published on 12/12/2025Picking the color of the year is never about fashionably pretty paint. It is about capturing a cultural mood, forecasting where design sensibilities might go next, and offering a shared "color language" for creativity worldwide.