A Fracturing Global Economy, a $134B AI Lawsuit, and Where Smart Money Is Moving

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Markets are entering a new phase as global trade fractures, geopolitical risk rises, and capital increasingly flows toward safety and strategic advantage. Today’s lead story breaks down what this means for retirees and income-focused investors, alongside major developments in artificial intelligence, U.S. economic leadership, and corporate confidence.

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The World Economy Is Fracturing. Here’s How Retirees Can Still Win in Markets

As global supply chains, currencies, and political alliances fragment, this guide explains how retirees and conservative investors can protect income, reduce volatility exposure, and stay positioned for long-term opportunity in uncertain markets.

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Elon Musk Seeks Up to $134 Billion in OpenAI Lawsuit as Legal Battle Heads Toward Trial

A landmark legal battle that could reshape the future of artificial intelligence, corporate control, and technology investing. The potential financial and regulatory ripple effects are enormous.

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Scott Bessent: “The U.S. Is Back, and This Is What U.S. Leadership Looks Like”

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent lays out how America plans to reassert economic dominance, reshape trade leverage, and strengthen domestic competitiveness. Investors should watch how this impacts capital flows and global positioning.

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Bank of America Awards $1 Billion in Stock to Employees as Profit Growth and Tax Certainty Drive Confidence

A massive employee stock award underscores how strong profits and policy stability are boosting confidence inside America’s largest banks, with implications for shareholders, dividends, and financial sector momentum.

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Disney Didn’t Reach a $200B Market Cap by Accident

They did it by owning globally recognized character IP.

Now, after a 10-year legal effort, Elf Labs has secured historic rights (500+ assets) to iconic characters like Cinderella and Snow White.

They’re bringing them to life through multi-patented immersive technology across entertainment, gaming, and consumer products — a market estimated at over $2 trillion.

Valuation has grown 17X (a 1,600% increase) in under 24 months, and the company just reserved its NASDAQ ticker: $ELFS.

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