Tariff adjustments make water bills more expensive in Manaus; understand the changes
Residents of Manaus will see an increase in their water bills due to a 5.52% tariff adjustment implemented by the Águas de Manaus water company, affecting various consumer categories except for the Tarifa 10 category.
Reese's heir can't stomach family candy as consumers erupt over recipe change: 'Gross and waxy'
Reese's heir Brad Reese criticizes new ingredient changes in certain products, claiming they no longer contain milk chocolate, leading to consumer backlash.
Inflation Stays Stable
Inflation rates in Iceland are holding steady without significant changes.
The weapon manufacturer received a clear message: 'You have broken the law'. Now the minister is open to changing the law.
Norway's largest ammunition manufacturer, Nammo, has been informed by the Consumer Authority that it has violated transparency laws, leading to potential changes in legislation by the government.
Clothing - Textiles: Exports decreased by 7.2% in 2025
Greek exports in the clothing and textile sector fell by 7.2% in 2025 due to inflation and changes in consumer behavior.
Expensive Refueling: The Mysterious Rise in Fuel Prices
Fuel prices in Germany have seen a significant and unexplained increase since the beginning of the year, attributed in part to changes in CO2 pricing regulations.
Increase in consumer goods exports to Russia, but number of exporting companies decreases
Latvia's trade with Russia has undergone significant changes, with a decrease in imports but an increase in exports, particularly in consumer goods.
POSTIMEES SHOPPING CART ⟩ The price difference between the cheapest and most expensive shopping cart keeps growing
Postimees' latest shopping cart price comparison reveals significant price fluctuations and changes in store rankings.
McDonald's monitors the impact of weight loss pens before making changes to the US menu
McDonald's is observing the rising trend of weight loss medications, particularly GLP-1 injections, and their potential impact on consumer behavior before considering menu alterations in the United States.
This company was close to going down with a bankruptcy that shocked Finns – 'If the truck had left the yard'
A Finnish furniture company, Hakola, narrowly avoided bankruptcy that recently affected the industry and calls for necessary changes in consumer behavior.
Editorial: The Restaurant Industry Throws in the Towel
The Finnish restaurant industry is undergoing significant changes due to shifting consumer habits and the rise of delivery services, resulting in both creative destruction and economic challenges.
"AK. Week": how the consumer price index is calculated?
The article explores the methodology behind calculating the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Estonia, emphasizing its importance in reflecting actual price changes for consumers.
Important changes for bank and insurance customers. It's about complaints
The article discusses recent changes in the rules for handling financial complaints in Poland, aimed at simplifying the complaint process for customers.
Famous social media influencers demand change in advertising guidelines - KKV: The guidelines are based on law
Influencers in Finland are calling for changes to advertising guidelines set by the Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority (KKV), which they argue place them at a disadvantage compared to traditional media.
FOOD PRICE INDEX ⟩ Which food products provide relief, which ones eat up money?
A recent report from Postimees highlights significant changes in the pace of food price increases in Estonia.
January year-on-year inflation was the lowest since November 2016
Czechia's inflation rate in January reached its lowest level since November 2016, reflecting significant economic changes.
Changes in the CNH: students can cancel auto school contracts and request refunds; understand
New regulations allow students to cancel auto school contracts for the CNH and receive refunds for uncompleted classes without penalties in Brazil.
Will the deposit system be expanded? The climate ministry announces changes
The Polish climate ministry is considering changes to the deposit system following its initial months of operation, addressing consumer concerns about malfunctioning machines and potential expansions to include single-use glass.
Nothing changes: "Lidl" grocery basket in February is again the cheapest
A recent study revealed that Lidl offers the cheapest grocery basket among the five largest retail chains in Lithuania for February.
New benefit card rules come into effect this week; see what changes
New rules for benefit cards, including food and cultural vouchers, will take effect this week in Brazil, requiring payments to be made exclusively through the 'voucher' function.
Buy now, pay later shake-up with stricter checks from July confirmed
Changes to buy now, pay later schemes will ensure stricter affordability checks and improved customer support starting July 15, 2026.
Consumer Deemed Electricity Bills Incorrect and Demands Changes. Electricity Supplier Claims Everything is Correct
A consumer has disputed their fixed-rate electricity bill from Alexela, alleging that the final price cannot change due to an increase in VAT, while the supplier claims all charges comply with the law.
Republican House bill guts laws protecting US consumers from toxic chemicals
A Republican House bill proposes significant changes that would reduce protections against toxic chemicals for US consumers, workers, and the environment.
Litovel Brewery Changes Logo and Packaging Design, Taste Remains the Same
The Litovel Brewery has announced a redesign of its logo and packaging, while ensuring that the taste of its beer will remain unchanged.
Incorrect bills, more protection for consumers: what changes with the new rules
New regulations in Italy strengthen consumer protections regarding incorrect utility bills, including automatic compensations and guaranteed response times.
The choice of eggs changes the lives of chickens
The article discusses the ethical implications of egg production, particularly the conditions chickens face in battery cages compared to European standards.
Publication of January Consumer Prices Further Delayed
The release of January consumer price index data in Estonia has been postponed again due to ongoing methodological changes.
Nauris Puntulis Proposes Law Changes to Mandate Service Provision in Latvian Language
Nauris Puntulis, a deputy from the opposition National Alliance in Latvia, proposes amendments to the Consumer Rights Protection Law to require communication with consumers in the state language.
Why do the prices of phones and air conditioners not immediately reflect changes in gold and silver prices?
This article discusses why the prices of consumer products like smartphones and air conditioners remain stable despite fluctuations in gold and silver prices, which are primarily influenced by the commodity market.
Defender investigates increase in rates on customer bills with solar energy systems in RN
The Public Defender's Office of Rio Grande do Norte is investigating changes in public lighting tax and ICMS that have led to increased energy bills for consumers with solar energy generation systems.
Indec, $LIBRA, labor reform: libertarians received from the caste, and with honors
Starting February 2026, Argentina's National Institute of Statistics and Censuses will publish a new Consumer Price Index to better reflect changes in household consumption patterns due to relative price fluctuations.
What the agreement with the IMF says about the new CPI that will not see the light of day
The article discusses the reversal of changes to the consumer price index (CPI) stipulated by the IMF's economic program, initially expected to be implemented by late 2025.
Dell admits: users do not want AI computers
Dell has revived its popular XPS laptop series while completely ignoring AI branding due to user preferences, reflecting a shift after the confusion caused by prior branding changes.
Taking away our simple joys: Reactions have started to new LEGO bricks
LEGO has unveiled its latest products at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, prompting various reactions about the changes.
Changes in electricity charges: What the decision of the RAEY predicts for grid charges
The article discusses the recent decision by the Regulatory Authority for Waste, Energy, and Water (RAEY) regarding changes in electricity grid charges, including increases to be reflected in consumer bills and the regulated revenues for ADMIE.
New Year: What Changes for Consumers in 2026
As New Year approaches, many Germans aim to save more money in 2026, alongside resolutions for fitness and healthy eating, while some changes are guaranteed to take place regardless of individual resolutions.