TRWD Begins Financial Review as Next Step in Building Adult Entertainment Conglomerate
Tradewinds Universal (OTCID: TRWD) has initiated a financial review of Peppermint Hippo as part of its strategy to consolidate the adult entertainment industry. The company aims to transform the fragmented U.S. adult nightlife sector, targeting 100+ locations nationwide.
Peppermint Hippo, established in 2018, operates several venues including a flagship location on the Las Vegas Strip. The company specializes in acquiring and modernizing underperforming venues into upscale "Mini-Vegas" experiences. The market opportunity spans approximately 3,000 independently owned gentlemen's clubs across the United States.
Tradewinds Universal (OTCID: TRWD) ha avviato una revisione finanziaria di Peppermint Hippo nell'ambito della sua strategia di consolidamento del settore dell'intrattenimento per adulti. L'obiettivo è trasformare il frammentato comparto della vita notturna per adulti negli Stati Uniti, puntando a oltre 100 locali a livello nazionale.
Peppermint Hippo, fondata nel 2018, gestisce diversi locali, incluso un punto di riferimento sulla Las Vegas Strip. L'azienda si specializza nell'acquisire e rinnovare locali sottoperformanti, trasformandoli in esperienze di alto livello in stile "Mini-Vegas". L'opportunità di mercato riguarda circa 3.000 club per adulti indipendenti negli Stati Uniti.
Tradewinds Universal (OTCID: TRWD) ha iniciado una revisión financiera de Peppermint Hippo como parte de su estrategia para consolidar la industria del entretenimiento para adultos. La compañía pretende transformar el fragmentado sector nocturno adulto en Estados Unidos, con el objetivo de alcanzar más de 100 locales a nivel nacional.
Peppermint Hippo, fundada en 2018, opera varios establecimientos, incluido un local emblemático en la Las Vegas Strip. La empresa se especializa en adquirir y modernizar locales con bajo rendimiento, convirtiéndolos en experiencias de alto nivel tipo "Mini-Vegas". La oportunidad de mercado abarca aproximadamente 3.000 clubes de caballeros independientes en todo Estados Unidos.
Tradewinds Universal (OTCID: TRWD)는 성인 엔터테인먼트 산업을 통합하려는 전략의 일환으로 Peppermint Hippo에 대한 재무 검토를 시작했습니다. 회사는 미국 내 분산된 성인 야간 유흥 부문을 재편성해 전국 100개 이상 지점을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Peppermint Hippo는 2018년에 설립되어 라스베가스 스트립에 플래그십 매장을 포함한 여러 지점을 운영합니다. 이 회사는 실적이 저조한 매장을 인수해 고급스러운 '미니 베가스' 경험으로 탈바꿈시키는 것을 전문으로 합니다. 시장 기회는 미국 전역의 약 3,000개의 독립 운영 성인 전용 클럽에 달합니다.
Tradewinds Universal (OTCID: TRWD) a lancé un examen financier de Peppermint Hippo dans le cadre de sa stratégie de consolidation du secteur du divertissement pour adultes. La société vise à transformer le secteur nocturne pour adultes, très fragmenté aux États-Unis, en ciblant plus de 100 établissements à l'échelle nationale.
Peppermint Hippo, fondée en 2018, exploite plusieurs lieux, dont un établissement phare sur le Las Vegas Strip. L'entreprise se spécialise dans l'acquisition et la modernisation de lieux sous-performants pour en faire des expériences haut de gamme type « Mini‑Vegas ». L'opportunité de marché concerne environ 3 000 clubs pour adultes indépendants aux États-Unis.
Tradewinds Universal (OTCID: TRWD) hat im Rahmen seiner Strategie zur Konsolidierung der Erwachsenenunterhaltungsbranche eine finanzielle Prüfung von Peppermint Hippo eingeleitet. Das Unternehmen will den fragmentierten US-Nachtlebenmarkt für Erwachsene umgestalten und zielt auf mehr als 100 Standorte landesweit ab.
Peppermint Hippo, gegründet 2018, betreibt mehrere Locations, darunter ein Flaggschiff am Las Vegas Strip. Das Unternehmen spezialisiert sich darauf, unterperformende Betriebe zu übernehmen und in gehobene "Mini-Vegas"-Erlebnisse umzuwandeln. Die Marktchance erstreckt sich über rund 3.000 unabhängige Gentlemen's Clubs in den USA.
- Target market of 3,000 independently owned venues presents significant consolidation opportunity
- Partnership with established brand Peppermint Hippo with proven track record
- Strategic presence on Las Vegas Strip through flagship location
- Operating in a highly regulated and sensitive industry sector
- Financial review still pending completion
- Significant capital requirements for nationwide expansion
NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tradewinds Universal, Inc. (OTCID: TRWD) announced today that it has begun the financial review of Peppermint Hippo as part of its expansion strategy into the adult hospitality sector.
This step comes as TRWD continues executing on its agreement with Peppermint Hippo, one of the fastest-growing brands in gentlemen’s entertainment. Together, TRWD and Peppermint Hippo are spearheading the transformation of the fragmented U.S. adult nightlife industry into a multi-brand conglomerate, with a milestone goal of 100+ locations nationwide.
The industry opportunity is significant. Across the United States, about 3,000 independently owned gentlemen’s clubs operate in a fragmented, outdated market. Peppermint Hippo, founded in 2018 and already operating several locations nationwide including its flagship on the Las Vegas Strip, has developed a proven model for acquiring, renovating, and modernizing underperforming venues into upscale “Mini-Vegas” style experiences.
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“We’re pleased to be moving forward with this important step in the process,” said Andrew Read, CEO of Tradewinds Universal. “The financial review keeps us on track with our expansion strategy, ensures transparency for our shareholders, and positions TRWD to continue building a strong, scalable platform in the adult hospitality sector.”
About Peppermint Hippo
Founded in 2018 by Alan Chang, Peppermint Hippo has grown from a single club in Toledo, Ohio, into one of the fastest-rising brands in adult nightlife. The opening of its flagship Las Vegas location in 2021, the only gentlemen’s club on the Strip, cemented its reputation as an industry leader. Peppermint Hippo and its affiliated entities such as Las Toxícas have grown to 10 clubs nationwide, 8 proudly carrying the Peppermint Hippo name. Each location delivers a “Mini-Vegas” experience through lavish design, elite entertainment, and upscale hospitality.
About Tradewinds Universal
Tradewinds Universal, Inc. (OTCID: TRWD) is a fully reporting publicly traded holding company focused on acquiring and scaling businesses with long-term value and growth potential. From its beginnings in lifestyle and health to its expansion into adult hospitality with Peppermint Hippo, TRWD is building a diversified portfolio designed to withstand economic cycles while creating sustainable shareholder value. The company’s acquisition strategy emphasizes transparency, operational efficiency, and the development of recession-resistant holdings that investors can see, experience, and trust.
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