Can Luxury Goods Really Predict a Recession? The Hermès Handbag Economic Index Explained

Imagine this: You’re perusing the glittering windows of a luxury mall, casually eyeing the new $10,000 Hermès handbag. Little do you know, that handbag might hold more than just your designer sunglasses and wallet—it could also be a secret indicator of whether we’re on the brink of an economic recession. Some experts say that what … Read more

Hermès and Louis Vuitton: The Crystal Balls of Economic Trends (and Why the Middle Class Keeps Them Spinning)

It’s no secret that luxury brands like Hermès and Louis Vuitton make a killing selling extravagant handbags, $1,200 sneakers, and accessories with price tags that make the average person gasp. But did you know that these high-end labels can also predict economic trends? Yes, those iconic monogrammed Louis Vuitton bags and Birkin handbags may be … Read more

The 5 richest families in Britain prove the theory that money follows money

The rich get richer not because they work hardest, but thanks to their stupendous resources, productive assets and property

Pet’s wellbeing can trump that of others. Pet spending is recession-proof: survey

Three-in-four (75 percent) pet owners say that the state of the economy doesn’t affect how much money they spend on their pets, according to a new survey. Twelve percent report they spend $101 or more per month on their pets, while more than one in five (21 percent) said they spend $51-$100 per month on … Read more