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Hyundai and Kia recorded 550,000 vehicle sales in February, a 4% decrease compared to the same month last year, with domestic sales impacted by fewer business days due to the Lunar New Year holiday.

A recent survey reveals that half of Greek businesses underperformed during the winter sales of 2026, attributed to reduced consumer purchasing power and unfair competition from Asian platforms.

V. Jakubovskis has been appointed as the head of the Business Clients Department, overseeing sales strategy and looking for growth opportunities.

Auga Group has signed a sales agreement to sell its mushroom business Baltic Champs for 8.64 million euros as part of its restructuring plan.

The article discusses public aid concerning business sales and the associated risks.

The Kelowna business community strongly opposes a proposed expansion of the provincial sales tax (PST) in British Columbia that would increase operational costs for local businesses.

Nestlé Nigeria has reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance, achieving N1.2 trillion in revenue and a net profit of N105 billion for the year 2025.

Oomi, a Finnish electricity sales company, has completed restructuring negotiations leading to layoffs and the closure of several offices due to a significant organizational restructuring.

The commercial dispute between Greek and Spanish subsidiaries of Avramar intensifies over brand utilization and sales revenue management in the Iberian Peninsula.

WhatsApp has launched Business AI, a new feature designed to help small businesses automate customer responses and enhance sales in Argentina and 16 other Latin American countries.

Panasonic has decided to outsource its television sales in Europe and the US to the Chinese electronics giant Skyworth as part of an effort to improve profitability in its TV business.

Isabel Sanchís and her daughter Paula Maiques discuss their experiences and insights on dressing celebrities for red carpet events and the impact of such visibility on their fashion business.

Vietnamese entrepreneurs in Czechia are cautiously awaiting new electronic sales registration measures, recalling the challenges they faced with the original implementation a decade ago.

A man was arrested after allegedly setting fire to a house and a small grocery store in Ceará following a dispute over alcohol sales.

A new Electronic Evidence of Sales (EET) system in Czechia will permit numerous small business owners to remain outside government oversight.

British Columbia business owners are expressing concerns over impending Provincial Sales Tax (PST) changes that will increase their operational costs.

The article discusses how to avoid EET (electronic registration of sales) in Czechia, touching upon issues related to browser extensions and technical difficulties.

Volkswagen plans to cut costs by 20% by the end of 2028 due to declining sales and increased competition.

The Electronic Evidence of Sales (EET) system in Czechia is set to return, allowing for payments made by card in addition to other payment methods.

Despite economic tightening, shrove buns remain a popular treat among Finnish consumers, with sales reportedly exceeding last year's figures.

Lisa Liu, a former teacher from China, has transitioned into a successful coffin seller, generating an annual income of 5 billion rupees.

Mercedes faces significant business challenges but aims for ambitious goals of increased sales and profit margins amidst a negative outlook.

Paula Sánchez, a business graduate, has transformed her childhood memory into a successful business model centered around selling bolos, substantially increasing her sales through social media strategies.

Hermès has reported a 9% increase in sales, defying a trend of declining luxury goods sales, with revenue surpassing 16 billion euros in 2025.

Philip Morris Italia is investing in human resources through a new Sales Academy aimed at training 200 new hires for its transition to smoke-free products.

A street vendor named Vitor Hugo Martins has gained popularity on social media by showcasing his homemade pie production and sales in Goiânia, Brazil.

Philip Morris Italia has announced the launch of a new Sales Academy that will bring 200 new employees into the company for a two-year training and development program aimed at attracting talent for future business needs.

Kering faces a challenging recovery under new CEO Luca de Meo after three consecutive years of declining sales and profits.

Three individuals have been arrested in Osaka on allegations of engaging in 'hypnosis business' to sell health supplements unlawfully.

Small entrepreneurs in Czechia can choose between paying a flat tax or adhering to the electronic registration of sales (EET) starting next year.

The Korea Small Business Development Agency has announced that applications for the 'Small Business Management Stabilization Voucher' will start on February 9, providing financial support to small businesses with annual sales below 100 million won.

Negotiations for the sale of various companies in Argentina are facing delays due to numerous factors, including market expectations and changes in government signals.

Jukka Mäkelä, the yeast sales manager in Finland, humorously reflects on his unique profession in a market with little competition and steady demand.

The retail chain Stockmann achieved a profitable result last year after many years of losses, while its subsidiary Lindex also saw a sales increase but a decrease in profit due to rising depreciation costs.

Traders believe that the reduction of tariffs by the US can enhance trade opportunities by allowing for better pricing and increased sales of goods that were previously stuck due to high tariffs.

KIA plans to sell one million vehicles in Mexico by 2026, leveraging the FIFA World Cup as a key commercial boost in its business strategy.

The IRS warns that users of PayPal, Venmo, or any other virtual wallet app for business income or sales must report their earnings and file Form 1099-K.

European automaker Stellantis announced it will incur costs of 22.2 billion euros (approximately 4 trillion yen) in its financial results for the second half of 2025, significantly revising its business due to lower anticipated sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S.

Selver's business director Kristjan Anderson noted that while 2025 started with optimistic expectations, the sales trends at the year's end showed signs of a cooldown due to rising food prices and declining consumer purchasing power in Estonia.

Tadashi Yanai aims for 3 trillion yen in sales in the U.S., leveraging Uniqlo's minimalism, attention to detail, and quiet strength to build his legacy.

Economic and Industry Minister Erkki Keldo proposed to the Ministry of Finance a new legal change that would allow the state to sell its land plots at a higher price in the future.

Cemex is experiencing a relative improvement in sales in late 2025 and anticipates growth in 2026 due to government infrastructure projects, including social housing and rail lines, alongside World Cup-related works.

Ecuadorian fashion brands, led by Ana Cristina Lalama and César Sánchez, collaborate in a single location to target non-traditional consumers and boost their sales by adding value to their products.

The start of 2026 has raised alarms for small stores and self-service businesses in Mexico due to aggressive adjustments to special taxes and persistent inflation, leading to significantly lower sales growth compared to the previous year.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to establish new strategic partnerships with wealthy Gulf states like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE as he embarks on a trip to Riyadh with a significant business delegation.

Wärtsilä reported a strong end to an outstanding year with a significant increase in comparable operating profit and sales, while Stora Enso faced a decline in results.

Slovakia's Vice President of the Automotive Industry Association, Pavol Prepiak, discusses the unpredictable business environment and rising employment costs, which threaten the competitiveness of the automotive sector amidst declining car sales in European markets.

The founder and CEO of Cacau Show, Alê Costa, discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship in Brazil amid rising cocoa prices and a shortage of labor as the company prepares for its key sales period during Easter.

Skroutz reports significant growth in Greece's e-commerce sector for 2025, with a 21% increase in orders and a 22% rise in business turnover.

Toyota's KINTO subscription service is gaining traction after initial struggles, as its president discusses the new strategies being implemented to shift consumer mindset from ownership to usage.