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Calgary Herald
14-07-2025
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Where Ottawa locals go for the best ice cream
Article content 'It's all about the mouth feel,' Haley has told the Citizen. 'It's creamier and denser. There's just something different about it.' Article content The classic flavour for frozen custard is vanilla and while some serve it from a dispenser, like soft ice cream, purists insist that it must be scooped. It's served at a much higher temperature than regular ice cream and must be made fresh just hours before serving, not frozen solid and stored like ice cream. Article content You can take home pints of Haley's ice cream — up to 20 flavours from chocolate to hibiscus passionfruit to pina colada to hibiscus passionfruit might be available — for $10 each. But many of the people lining up on a warm summer night will enjoy their scoops ASAP, lingering outside the store. Article content Launched in 2015, Liz Mok's much-admired ice cream business quickly won a broad following for its unique, small-batch, Asian-themed frozen treats. But Moo Shu is a recent arrival in Hintonburg, having moved there in the fall of 2024 after outgrowing its original Centretown location. Intriguing varieties such as Hong Kong milk tea, White Rabbit (inspired by the Chinese candy of the same name), black sesame and dalgona (Korean sponge toffee) and coffee must be tasted to be believed. Ever the innovator, Mok has also created flavours such as Blueberry, Ricotta & Basil, Chèvre & Cherry Fig Chutney and Salted Honey & Crostini. Her strawberry ice cream is marvelous, overcoming the high water content of those tasty berries to create a confection from local fruit that's absolutely fresh and natural. A two-scoop serving is $7.50, a three-scoop serving is $9.75, while a one-pint tub goes for $15. Article content Article content Mok's justly revered ice cream bars, which are $8.50 each and come in flavours such as Vietnamese coffee and brownie or durian and brown sugar blondie, are as architecturally sound as they are tasty, avoiding the common failing of ice cream bars, namely structural integrity failures that see melty ice cream squished out of the embrace of the biscuits after a forceful chew. Article content Article content Joe Calabro's venerable Preston Street bakery has been selling gelato since year one — 1979 — making Pasticceria Gelateria Italiana the pioneer of Italy's great gift to frozen dessert lovers in Ottawa. At first, the shop sold just 12 flavours, and health inspectors told Calabro that he couldn't use a traditional spatula to serve his gelato and had to use a scoop instead. Now, the store serves 24 types of gelato, with pistachio as its top-seller, along with six kinds of sorbet. Single scoops are $7.95, doubles are $9.95 and triples are $11.95. You can enjoy your gelato in the cafe or on its shaded terrace overlooking Preston Street. Article content Article content Made fresh daily and served year-round, Calabro's gelato is half-way between ice milk and ice cream, with a consistency that's smoother and softer than regular North American ice cream. His gelato is light (about four to six per cent butter fat content compared to the 10 per cent or more in most ice cream) and it bursts with natural flavour. Article content Article content After most ByWard Market dessert counters have wiped their trays, Piccolo Grande stays open and busy right up until 10 p.m. On warm nights, benches out front fill with couples sharing scoops and kids dripping sorbet down their wrists under the dragon lamp posts that frame the pedestrian strip. Article content The gelateria, which has operated out of the historic, stone-walled location since 1987, makes Italian-style ice cream on site in small rotating batches, behind a doorway with a sign reading 'gelato factory.' The flavour list rotates through standards like bacio and stracciatella, and surprises like honeyed saffron French vanilla streaked with threads of the spice, chocolate orange or creamy pomegranate, more soft than tart. Dairy-free fruit flavours stay close to their ingredients without artificial sweetness. Popular options like grapefruit and pumpkin cycle depending on what's in season.
Business Insider
11-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Barclays Cuts UnitedHealth Stock (UNH) Price Target as Q2 Earnings Loom
Barclays lowered the price target for UnitedHealth Group (UNH) stock to $337 from $350, ahead of the health insurance and managed care services provider's second-quarter earnings on July 29. While analyst Andrew Mok slashed the price target to reflect a lower EPS (earnings per share) estimate for 2026, he retained a Buy rating on UNH stock. Don't Miss TipRanks' Half-Year Sale Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. Wall Street expects UnitedHealth to report EPS of $4.88 for Q2 2025, marking a more than 28% year-over-year decline. UNH stock has plunged 40% year-to-date, due to the Department of Justice's (DOJ) probe into the company's Medicare billing practices, rising medical costs, mainly in the Medicare Advantage (MA) segment, an abrupt CEO exit, and weak Q1 earnings. Barclays Lowers Price Target But Remains Bullish on UNH Stock Mok expects UnitedHealth to reinstate its 2025 EPS guidance in the $20 to $21 range, which reflects a 26% decline from the previous year. This outlook indicates MA margins in the range of 0.5% to 1.0%, which the analyst noted is in line with investor expectations. The analyst contends that while the market is seeking an achievable EPS guidance in the current scenario, he is looking for an 'aggressive 2026 MA bid/benefit commentary' that supports long-term EPS growth in the range of 13% to 16%, given the lower starting point. Mok believes that such guidance would outline a credible path back to EPS of more than $23 for 2026. Mok added that without strong guidance, investors will have to 'rely on multiple expansion for an attractive return,' which he believes is less compelling in the current cost trend environment. Given margin pressures and the ongoing headwinds, Mok lowered his 2025 and 2026 EPS estimates from $22.70 to $20.05 and from $25.02 to $23.02, respectively. While the analyst lowered his price forecast for UNH, he remains bullish and contends that the stock deserves a premium valuation compared to its diversified peers due to faster earnings growth from Optum and balanced exposure across MA, Medicaid, Commercial, and Individual Affordable Care Act (ACA). What Is the Stock Price Forecast for UNH Stock? Given the current challenges, Wall Street has a Moderate Buy consensus rating on UnitedHealth stock based on 18 Buys, eight Holds, and one Sell recommendation. The average UNH stock price target of $360.04 indicates about 19% upside potential from current levels.
Malaysian Reserve
11-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
One Million Users in Malaysia Are Now on moomoo
Rapid adoption reflects growing demand for smarter tools, global access, and a broader range of investment opportunities KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Moomoo Securities Malaysia (Moomoo MY) today announced that it has surpassed 1 million registered users, underscoring the accelerating adoption of data-driven, technology-enabled investing among Malaysians and across the region. The rapid adoption highlights a fundamental shift among Malaysian retail investors toward platforms that offer equitable access to financial information and professional-grade analytical tools, timely market insights, and seamless access to global investment opportunities. Since launch, Moomoo MY has established itself as a leading brokerage, achieving 100,000 users and becoming Malaysia's most–downloaded financial app within just six weeks of entering the market. Building on this early momentum, the platform grew tenfold — from 100,000 to over 1 million users — in just over a year, significantly raising the bar for retail brokerage services locally. This rapid growth reflects a growing investor preference for actionable market intelligence, advanced analytical capabilities, and integrated access to global markets — features traditionally available primarily through professional channels. 'Malaysian investor behaviour is clearly evolving,' said Ivan Mok, CEO of Moomoo Malaysia. 'We're seeing a more informed, discerning investor emerge — one who looks beyond low fees and transactional platforms, and instead seeks robust analytics, real-time data, and education to make better long-term decisions. Crossing the one-million-user threshold isn't only about our growth; it signals the rising expectations and maturity of Malaysia's capital markets.' Catalysing Access and Raising Standards Through Technology and Insights Since entering Malaysia, moomoo has introduced a number of innovations to make professional–quality investing more accessible to retail investors. On a single, intuitive platform, moomoo offers Malaysian investors comprehensive real-time news and market data, seamless access to U.S., Hong Kong, China A-shares, Singapore, and Malaysia markets, and a broad range of instruments — including equities, REITs, warrants, and U.S. options among others. Combined with innovations like fractional-share investing, Cash Plus, and automated savings plans, these capabilities enable investors to build more resilient, globally diversified portfolios with confidence. In line with its mission to empower smarter investing, moomoo recently launched moomoo AI, a cutting–edge feature that harnesses artificial intelligence to help users analyze stocks, uncover trends, and make sense of complex market data more easily. 'As more retail investors take a global perspective, the brokerage industry must evolve with them,' Mok added. 'What sets moomoo apart is our ability to combine advanced tools and insights with simplicity and clarity — so that every investor can approach the markets with confidence.' Building a Community of Confident Investors Beyond tools and data, Moomoo Malaysia has also focused on fostering education and engagement — recognising that informed investors thrive in collaborative environments. Today, moomoo supports a leading investor community in the region, with over 26 million investors globally exchanging insights, strategies, and market perspectives in a safe and secure space. Its library of over 700 learning resources, supported by AI–powered analytics, has attracted more than 2.7 million views to date. Last year, Moomoo Malaysia hosted Moofest, what is set to be an annual investor festival, that brought together over three (3) thousand participants — from experienced traders, to first–time investors — for 3 days of education, discussion, and insights into investing trends and strategies. As Malaysia's retail investor base continues to mature, Moomoo Malaysia remains committed to playing an active role in shaping this evolution. The platform will continue to deliver market-leading analytics, accessible investor education, and seamless global connectivity, empowering investors to confidently navigate an increasingly complex global marketplace. *Investments involve risk. Full disclaimers at This advertisement has not been reviewed by SC. ### About Moomoo Malaysia Moomoo Securities Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. ('Moomoo Malaysia') is a Capital Markets Services Licence (Licence No. eCMSL/A0397/2024) holder. Moomoo Malaysia is a cutting-edge digital investment platform designed to empower investors of all levels with professional-grade tools, in-depth market data, and expert insights. As a subsidiary of a Nasdaq-listed company and global partner of the NYSE and Nasdaq, Moomoo Malaysia brings world-class financial technology to Malaysia. As the largest retail securities firm with the largest number of clients in Hong Kong and Singapore, moomoo has swiftly become Malaysia's No. 1 most downloaded financial app by downloads and daily active users[1]. The platform's blend of innovative features and ease-of-use has earned it numerous international accolades from Benzinga, Fintech Breakthrough and more, including 'Best Trading Technology', 'Best Investment Research Tech', 'Best Trading Platform' awards, and 'Best Retail Broker' in Singapore, recognised by the Securities Investors Association (Singapore). Dedicated to transforming the local investment scene, Moomoo Malaysia makes innovative trading tools and educational resources accessible to all investors, setting new standards in financial technology and reinforcing its position as the leading digital investment platform in the region. Find out more at [1] No. 1 downloads data is determined based on cumulative downloads from launch date of brokerage apps in Malaysia for comparison as of 23 April 2024 on
South China Morning Post
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong pop diva Karen Mok picks up HK$85 million luxury flat in Mid-Levels
According to the Land Registry, a 2,153 sq ft three-bedroom flat at Dynasty Court on Old Peak Road was sold for HK$84.5 million and handed over on June 12 to buyer Morris Karen Joy. Dynasty Court is a luxury housing estate completed in 1991 by Sun Hung Kai Properties . It comprises five blocks, with 409 residential units. Mok, 55, has released 18 studio albums and starred in more than 40 films. She was the first Hong Kong singer to win the Chinese music industry's prestigious Golden Melody Award three times and became the first-ever female solo artist to perform a concert at Beijing's National Stadium , known as the Bird's Nest. Her Mid-Levels transaction reflects how wealthy investors have been snapping up luxury homes in Hong Kong on the cheap , as the prices of these exclusive abodes have plunged by as much as 45 per cent from their peak amid high interest rates.
The Star
10-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Moomoo Malaysia launches campaign to drive retail investor growth and capability
MOOMOO MALAYSIA has launched a strategic investor development campaign supported by Bursa Malaysia in conjunction with Bursa Malaysia's Shares2U programme, aimed at equipping Malaysian retail investors with the tools, incentives, and market structure needed to engage capital markets with greater confidence and competence. Running from June 6 to July 7, the co-branded campaign blends incentive-led onboarding with performance-based learning. New and experienced investors alike can access a streamlined, technology-driven trading experience via the Moomoo Malaysia platform, which offers tools, insights, and live data to support smarter investment decisions. The campaign introduces a two-pronged opportunity for Malaysians to build investing confidence through: > Rewards worth up to RM 2,200 for new Moomoo users, including RM400 worth of Bursa-listed stocks > A national Malaysia stock trading challenge that is open to all users, with a total prize pool of up to RM14,000, designed to sharpen real-market trading skills. Central to the campaign is Moomoo's emphasis on capability-building. The platform delivers real-time market data, advanced screeners, and analytics tools typically used by professional investors tailored for Malaysian users. By aligning incentives with trading education and decision-making, the campaign supports more informed, self-directed participation in Malaysia's capital markets. Moomoo Malaysia chief executive officer Ivan Mok said 'The long-term health of Malaysia's capital markets will be shaped not by short-term retail surges, but by sustained, self-directed investor capability. 'This campaign supports that trajectory — not just through access to market, but through informed engagement with the market. 'In partnership with Bursa Malaysia, we're combining institutional trust with our professional-grade, real-time trading tools to help Malaysians become active, smart and informed participants in the stock market.' Elevating investor literacy Unlike traditional campaigns focused solely on incentives, this initiative emphasises market experience and financial literacy. The Moomoo platform provides Malaysian users with institutional-grade tools — including real-time data feeds, advanced screeners, and analytics — in a retail-accessible environment. This technology-first approach is intended to strengthen trading discipline and investor readiness across market cycles. 'With markets entering a more uncertain phase — from renewed trade tensions to sector-level volatility — the gap between simply participating and investing with discipline is becoming more obvious,' Mok observed. 'In this environment, investors need more than access. They need the tools and experience to think strategically, manage risk, and stay engaged. 'That's the focus of this campaign — to help investors build capability in real time, with the tools and experience to think strategically, manage risk, and stay engaged in the market,' he added. The trading challenge is open to all users, while additional rewards are available exclusively to new users who meet the qualifying deposit criteria. For more information, click here .
