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Commented by Nico Popp on July 16th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST

Everyone Has to Pay—Why Investors Could Profit: The Toll Secret of InterDigital and AbbVie, Plus Globex Mining's Portfolio of 272 Resource Projects

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The global economy is like a jungle, with toll booths waiting at every turn—anyone who wants to pass has to pay. A recent example is the rebranding of Siemens Energy to Omterra: even after being spun off from the Siemens Group, the company still has to pay for the right to use its former parent company's name. This toll-booth business model exists across many industries. Companies that own assets, technologies, or rights that others need can generate highly profitable, recurring revenue streams. We take a closer look at three compelling business models and highlight investment opportunities that could prove especially rewarding during periods of economic and technological transformation.

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