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Reading Time : 2 minutes The Gilded Age dazzled with wealth but simmered with unrest. Beneath the glamor of tycoons and towering industry was a reality of corruption, labor strikes, and extreme inequality. This era built America’s modern economy but left deep social scars.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Elon Musk’s energy faded as Tesla’s profits nosedived 71%. The EV giant struggles with shrinking margins and growing competition. Musk’s unusually somber tone raised eyebrows and questions about Tesla’s future direction and market position.
Reading Time : 2 minutes China’s decision to halt Boeing deliveries amid soaring U.S. tariffs marks a major escalation in the trade war. With billions in potential losses and soaring maintenance costs for Chinese airlines, Boeing faces a tough battle in its crucial China market. The tit-for-tat tariffs threaten global economic stability as both nations brace for prolonged conflict.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChinese TikTokers are exposing how luxury goods cost a fraction of their retail price to make. This viral trend could reshape how consumers buy high-end products.
Reading Time : 2 minutesPrivate equity is gaining traction among family offices and high-net-worth individuals seeking diversified returns in a volatile market.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Foreign investors are pulling away from U.S. assets as volatility, inflation fears, and trade uncertainty erode trust in the American economy. Confidence is slipping fast, and markets are feeling it.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Fearing price hikes from new tariffs, many Americans are upgrading their iPhones sooner than planned. With costs of manufacturing in China skyrocketing, Apple may soon pass these increases on to consumers, prompting a retail panic.
Reading Time : 2 minutesBelgium is bracing for economic turbulence as new U.S. tariffs threaten to slash its export revenue and shave billions off its GDP. With key sectors like chemicals and machinery at risk, officials warn of serious repercussions. The EU is rallying for a coordinated response while the ECB signals concern over inflation and growth. It’s a tense moment for Belgian trade and political stability.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Nvidia’s stock volatility reveals deeper concerns about how fast AI is actually being adopted. As export fears and new tariffs loom, investors grow impatient with the slow real-world payoff from cutting-edge AI tech.
Reading Time : 2 minutes The impending 25% tariffs on imported vehicles are causing a surge in car sales as consumers rush to buy before prices rise significantly.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina, Japan, and South Korea have agreed to join forces against U.S. tariffs, marking a significant shift in regional trade dynamics.
Reading Time : 2 minutes A sharp decline in economic optimism among small business owners has been recorded, with confidence dropping by 10 percentage points. Rising uncertainty, inflation worries, and labor quality issues contribute to the decline. Many entrepreneurs now hesitate to expand, fearing financial instability. The latest survey shows the lowest optimism levels since the early pandemic.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Retail media networks saw impressive growth in 2024, with Amazon leading at $56.2 billion in ad revenue. Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Criteo also reported significant gains. Despite these successes, retailers remain cautious about economic uncertainties that could impact future growth.
Reading Time : 2 minutesWealthy Americans are moving large sums abroad due to political and economic fears, favoring Switzerland and other offshore destinations.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThailand’s $28 billion mega canal project remains an ambitious but uncertain vision. Originally planned to bypass the Strait of Malacca, the idea has given way to a landbridge project, offering a more practical solution for trade. While the canal concept isn’t entirely abandoned, Thailand’s current focus is on developing an efficient overland transport corridor.