Economy

Amsterdam, in the Netherlands: What founders should know about option plans and taxation

Economy

Amsterdam Tech Scene: Stock Options & Tax Planning

Jasmin Rodriguez

Building a team with equity incentives is standard for Amsterdam startups, but Dutch tax and employment rules strongly shape how option plans work in practice. This guide covers practical plan…

When a credit report can hurt your chances of being hired

Economy

How Your Credit Score Affects Job Applications

Jasmin Rodriguez

A job offer can hinge on the results of a background check, yet the rules governing what employers may review are shifting rapidly. Across the United States, credit history is…

Trump has tariffs. Europe has a trade bazooka. This Greenland standoff could get ugly, fast

Economy

Could Greenland Get Ugly? Trump’s Tariffs vs. Europe’s Trade Bazooka

Jasmin Rodriguez

A new round of tariff threats has intensified economic uncertainty across the Atlantic, raising concerns that trade disputes could spill over into broader financial and political consequences. What began as…

Economy

Mexico Business: Tackling Currency & Inflation Exposure

Jasmin Rodriguez

Mexico provides extensive trade and investment ties with global partners and benefits from a broadly diversified domestic market, making long-term arrangements such as infrastructure concessions, multi-year supply contracts, project finance…

Economy

Venture Capital Readiness: A Guide for Toronto Startups

Jasmin Rodriguez

Institutional capital refers to large, professional sources of funding such as venture capital firms with institutional limited partners, pension-plan-backed venture arms, late-stage growth funds, corporate venture groups and family offices…

Costa Rica: How sustainable tourism models attract impact capital without overbuilding

Economy

Impact Capital & Sustainable Tourism in Costa Rica

Jasmin Rodriguez

Costa Rica stands among the planet’s most emblematic examples of nature-centered tourism, safeguarding nearly one-quarter of its territory through national parks and protected areas while harboring an extraordinary concentration of…

Beyoncé is officially a billionaire, Forbes says

Economy

Forbes Confirms Beyoncé’s Billionaire Status

Jasmin Rodriguez

Beyoncé’s ascent to billionaire status is the result of decades of artistic control, strategic investments and brand building, marking a defining moment for the modern entertainment industry. This milestone reflects…

Trump floats ,000 tariff rebate checks. What you need to know

Economy

Trump’s $2,000 Tariff Rebate Checks: Your Essential Guide

Jasmin Rodriguez

Former President Donald Trump has proposed a new economic measure aimed at easing the financial burden on American households. The plan, which involves issuing $2,000 rebate checks tied to tariffs,…

How does using credit cards affect my financial health?

Economy

Credit Cards and Your Financial Well-being

Jasmin Rodriguez

Credit cards are now pervasive financial instruments, providing ease, benefits, and adaptability. Nevertheless, the influence of utilizing credit cards on individual financial wellness is intricate and diverse. Understanding how credit…

black and gray digital device on brown wooden table

Economy

What is the difference between credit and debit cards?

Jasmin Rodriguez

The modern financial world is intricately woven with diverse payment instruments, two of the most prevalent being credit cards and debit cards. Although these cards often look similar—rectangular plastic with…