Title: Trade War Heats Up: US and EU Clash Over Alcohol Tariffs

Reading Time : 3 minutes The US and EU are embroiled in a new trade war, with President Trump threatening a 200% tariff on European alcohol in retaliation for the EU’s 50% tariff on American whiskey. This escalating conflict, rooted in past disputes over steel and aluminum, could have serious consequences for businesses and consumers on both sides of the Atlantic.

2025 Hedger vs. Trader : Same Sinking Ship, Different Deck!

Reading Time : 3 minutesIn 2025’s turbulent global markets, hedgers seek safety from chaos with futures, while traders chase profits in volatility. Hedging suits the cautious, preserving value amid trade wars and shocks. Trading fits the bold, exploiting swings for gain. The best choice? It depends on your risk appetite—maybe even a mix of both.

Mixue: The Ice Cream Giant Outpacing McDonald’s and Starbucks

Reading Time : 3 minutesMixue Ice Cream and Tea, with 45,000 stores, tops McDonald’s and Starbucks. Founded in China, it raised $444 million in a 2025 IPO, with shares up 40%. Its mascot, Snow King, and 83-cent treats drive its appeal amid economic woes, doubling locations in two years.

Trump’s $5M Gold Card : A New Path to U.S. Residency

Reading Time : 3 minutesTrump’s $5M “gold card” offers U.S. residency to rich foreigners, skipping EB-5’s job rules. Set for March 2025, it aims to cut the deficit, but will millionaires bite when Italy’s deal is $260k? With 277,000 global tycoons eligible, it’s a bold bid for cash and talent.