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Shipbreaking: How mega ships get recycled
Ships have a useful life of 30 years. But where do ships go when they die? We explore the hidden life (and death) of ships.
November 26, 2023
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Ships have a useful life of 30 years. But where do ships go when they die? We explore the hidden life (and death) of ships.
Unlike office buildings, converting hotels to housing is relatively easy to do, and has favorable unit economics for investors — not to mention tax incentives.
We delve into the overlooked economics of parking lots in the US, uncovering how zoning laws and tax policies led to an oversupply of parking. We also explore their investment potential amidst changing urban policies.
You may not see flying cars in the sky yet, but a lot is happening on the ground. eVTOLs are the closest thing we have. Capital is pouring into the space, but regulation is still lacking.
Litigation finance can feel like a form of highly educated betting. But it’s a necessary, $39 billion dollar industry, with some smart companies carving out niches.
The World Cup is here, so it’s time to understand rugby. Why it’s undervalued, why private equity got involved, and how you can invest in the sport too.
1031 exchanges are one of the most popular, lucrative, and (arguably) unfair real estate tax loopholes in the world. Here’s how they work.
Zillow is offering mortgage loans with just 1% down. But how does it work? And is it really that risky? Guest author Aziz Sundjeri chimes in.
Rare earths aren’t actually that rare. But they power everything we know and love, and China completely dominates the market.
Very few auto makers have the staying power of Porsche. Even fewer of them can trace their entire evolution through the art of vintage posters.
Museums play an important role in preserving history. But the repatriation debate is illuminating the power dynamics between the colonized world and the colonizers.
Most of us never consider instruments as financial assets. But they hold their value well and can provide significant long-term appreciation.
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