There are significant differences in retirement ages around the world. In Indonesia, retirement starts at 57 years, in India it is between 58 and 60 years, while in Saudi Arabia and China, the retirement age is 60 for men and 55-58 for women. Russia and Turkey plan to gradually raise the retirement age to 65. Most countries require contributions to meet a certain number of years, and early retirement requires advance planning.

Copper prices are soaring due to high demand from EVs and renewables, with energy transition demand projected to grow significantly. Junior explorers like Ausquest, Aeris Resources, and Revolver Resources are seeing substantial gains, driven by successful discoveries and strong financial performance, though future stability depends on market conditions and production timelines.

The essence of successful investing is to buy low and sell high, follow market trends and effective trading signals. When market sentiment is extreme, it may present a reversal opportunity. Reasonable risk management and attention to price reactions are crucial. Investing should align with market laws rather than pursuing complex explanations.

You might not expect to earn so much money just by writing books.
According to the latest data, the Top 10 richest writers in the world have been announced, with the first place breaking 1 billion dollars. Let's see who they are:
Top 3 Wealth Monsters:
- J.K. Rowling ($1 billion): The mother of Harry Potter, the world's first author to reach an asset of $1 billion. 7 books sold over 600 million copies, translated into 84 languages, and the movie + game ecosystem made a fortune.
- James Patterson ($800 million): Speed demon, has written over 140 novels with sales of over 4.25 million copies. The Alex Cross series is simply a cash cow.
- Jim Davis (800 million USD): The father of the "Garfield" comic strip, which has been serialized since 1978; this thing is a money printing machine.
Interestingly, the top ten are not only pure literary figures but also entrepreneurs (Grant Cardone, $600 million, based on "}

Warren Buffett's retirement as Berkshire Hathaway CEO prompts speculation about his strategy as the company holds $344 billion in cash, potentially missing out on significant market gains while advocating for patience in stock investments.

U.S. stocks rose significantly, with the three major indexes recording four consecutive gains, and technology stocks performing outstandingly. Expectations for interest rate cuts have intensified, with the probability of a rate cut in December rising from 42% to 85%. Employment data exceeded expectations, but durable goods orders increased less than expected, presenting mixed economic signals. Market sentiment is optimistic, but the volume is below average.

Canadian equities are on fire today—the S&P/TSX Composite just punched through to an all-time high, riding a wave of three tailwinds: expectations for a September Fed rate cut, sticky oil prices, and some genuinely impressive earnings prints.
The Numbers
The benchmark climbed to 27,955.55

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway invests in Visa, highlighting its unique business model that thrives on network effects. Visa's impressive cash flow, substantial shareholder returns, and reasonable valuation make it a compelling investment with strong growth potential, especially in a challenging market.

Recently, the Millennials zone on Reddit exploded, with a bunch of people comparing their grocery bills. A family of seven openly stated: monthly grocery bills > mortgage. What the hell does that even mean?
A netizen's family data stood out: 7 people spend 700 dollars every two weeks, averaging 1400 dollars per month, which is equivalent to 200 dollars per person per month. In contrast, a couple with a dog spends 150-200 dollars per week.
What's even more absurd is a guy who claims to be in South Florida and only spends 80 bucks a month on food. I’m not saying this, but the difference is a bit ridiculous.
What did the U.S. government say?
Data released by the USDA shows that the average cost of food ranges from $250 to $550 per person per month. Among them, the "Thrifty" plan (low-income SNAP assistance) is about $242 per month for women and about $303 per month for men. The moderate and high-cost plans are $317-$376 (moderate) and $40 respectively.

The crypto market has entered extreme fear territory, with the Fear & Greed Index dropping to 11. Bitcoin and Ether prices have fallen, but liquidations indicate a shift in trader positions. Despite challenges, institutional developments and mild bullish funding rates suggest potential opportunities ahead.