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Asian economies will become growing players on the international scene as we look toward the years to come. As the American economy faces challenges, nations such as Vietnam and India are blazing their trails to prosperity, each with its own set of obstacles and chances.

The global landscape of international trade is experiencing a significant transformation, primarily fueled by the actions of powerhouse nations like the United States. In a move to safeguard its interests, China is stepping up its efforts to protect its firms and exports as the U.S. finalizes substantial tariff hikes on Chinese goods.

Live concerts and shows have been around for the longest time. The first live concert hosted by the public was conducted by John Banister, a violinist, in London in 1672. However, throughout the years, it has become a social phenomenon for many artists worldwide to partake in for the fans. With every ticket purchase, we not only secure our entry but also engage with the business behind ticket sales. This ties in with the music industry as it is known to build one of the most profitable for artists and record companies besides merchandise and is more modern with streaming services. But what problems are we seeing regarding the business behind artists distributing the tickets and fans obtaining the tickets?

The looming arrival of Hurricane Milton has sparked significant concern in international business, with the Category 5 storm bearing down on a key industrial and export region in the Atlantic. As Milton accelerates towards the U.S. Gulf Coast and Central America, experts predict widespread disruptions in the global supply chain, manufacturing, and energy sectors.

As the conflict with Israel expands, many people are worried about the price of oil skyrocketing. However, due to a lack of reliance on Middle East production, increasing global production and decreasing demand for oil should help to keep prices steady.

“Clean beauty” has become more than just a trend. Consumers demand transparency, sustainability, and natural ingredients in their beauty products, so the industry has been racing to keep up. But behind the allure of “clean beauty” lies a complex web of supply chain problems and the threat of climate change. Creating beauty products that are truly clean is far from simple, as many brands and business owners are discovering.

One of the largest companies in this sector, Google currently facing its second large antitrust trial, focusing on its ad tech. Google has dominated the search engine market. It is the largest search engine in all major markets, excluding China and Russia. While Google is the only company being looked at, the outcome of this trial could have significant effects on the whole industry.

Gone are the days when a rising tide could be said to lift all boats. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, sea levels rose almost twice as much between 1993 and 2010 as they did over the previous century. Its forecast is for a rise of 0.93 meters by the year 2100. Yet another recent study from May 2019 indicates that sea levels at the end of the century could surge by over 2 meters. 

The production of orange juice dates all the way back to the 1500s, when Spanish explorers planted the first Orange Trees in Florida, United States. However, it wasn’t commercialized until almost 300 years later when industrial innovations allowed greater product distribution. Since then, the orange juice market has dramatically expanded and has now become a breakfast staple for consumers all around the world.

The latest generation of hires, Generation Z, is currently under scrutiny by employers across various industries. Discussions are occurring regarding Gen Z’s dispositions, communication styles, and overall work experience. But what exactly is Generation Z? Generation Z, often referred to simply as Gen Z, includes individuals born between 1997 and 2012. This generation directly follows Generation X.