On the one hand, there are economic forces at work. On the other, there’s a deeper philosophical question about using art as a store of value or investment.
The youth sports industry has amassed an estimated market value of $40 billion according to the Aspen Institute. Private equity has taken notice and is ready to play ball.
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With U.S. travelers watching their wallets and international tourists anxious about being detained at American airports, the travel industry is suffering a double whammy.