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🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Yogurts, spreads, and even... frying pans. The trend of 'high protein' floods stores

The article discusses the rising popularity of high-protein products in Poland, highlighting consumer preferences, market responses, and health benefits.

Feb 27 • 03:06 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Biedronka is fighting for the protein products market with frying pans

Biedronka is capitalizing on the growing demand for high-protein dairy products, particularly yogurt, which has seen significant sales growth driven by consumer preference for high-protein variants.

Feb 27 • 03:06 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

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.

Feb 26 • 23:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The ‘100 Won Sanitary Napkin’ Mentioned by the President… Moving Beyond a One-Time Event

Following President Lee Jae-myung's criticism of high sanitary napkin prices, a new 100 won sanitary napkin is set to launch, raising consumer hopes but also concerns about its quality and safety.

Feb 25 • 20:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Warning: less content - higher price. New law in Austria targets hidden price increases

Austria has passed a new law requiring retailers to label products that have decreased in quantity while maintaining the same price, a practice known as 'shrinkflation.'

Feb 25 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Supermarket hot chocolate beats Hotel Chocolat in taste test for half the price

A taste test reveals that a supermarket's hot chocolate surpasses premium brands like Hotel Chocolat, offering a better flavor at half the price.

Feb 25 • 14:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Coffee, baked beans and Yorkshire puddings ranked the best at cheap supermarket

The Mirror reports that coffee, baked beans, and Yorkshire puddings are among the top-rated food products at the UK's cheapest supermarket, Aldi, as consumers seek to save money amid rising food prices.

Feb 25 • 14:06 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

What consumers think about retail and international sites?

A new survey reveals that 84% of Brazilians believe it is unfair for imported goods to be taxed at half the rate of domestic products.

Feb 25 • 01:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Home Depot says slowing demand comes amid ‘growing job concerns’

Home Depot reports a significant decline in demand for its products due to consumer concerns about the economy and job market.

Feb 24 • 20:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman buys £16 bag of Cadbury Mini Eggs to see how many are actually inside

A woman conducted an experiment to determine the number of Cadbury Mini Eggs in a 1kg bag she purchased for £16, highlighting issues of shrinkflation in chocolate products.

Feb 23 • 10:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

CaixaBank launches an AI agent to help customers with banking product contracts

CaixaBank has introduced an AI agent aimed at assisting customers in the process of acquiring banking products through its mobile application.

Feb 23 • 04:15 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NAFDAC warns of fake expiry dates on baby formula in Kaduna

NAFDAC has issued a warning regarding tampered SMA Gold First Infant Milk Formula detected in Kaduna, raising concerns over consumer safety.

Feb 22 • 18:42 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Coles in court: the high-stakes battle over the price of your groceries – podcast

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is suing Coles over allegations of providing misleading discounts on everyday products, as the supermarket maintains its innocence in court.

Feb 22 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Bridgerton Effect or When Fiction Becomes Business

Spanish companies are capitalizing on the popularity of the Netflix series 'Bridgerton' by offering a variety of themed products and experiences.

Feb 21 • 04:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Nostalgic Products from the Past Returned to Sale – 80s and 90s Nostalgia is Now a Big Thing

Finnish retailer K-ryhmä has reintroduced nostalgic snacks and drinks from the 80s and 90s, highlighting a trend in consumer nostalgia.

Feb 20 • 18:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Price difference of repellents reaches almost 80% in Taubaté, points out Procon

A survey by Procon in Taubaté highlights significant price disparities in repellent products across the city, with some prices varying by as much as 80%.

Feb 20 • 13:22 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Strong Leadership: The Average Basket of the Cheapest Food Products at the Lowest Price – Once Again at 'Maxima'

The Lithuanian grocery chain 'Maxima' continues to fulfill its promise of providing budget-friendly shopping for customers, recently confirmed by an independent price-monitoring portal's study.

Feb 20 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Low-price baskets often lack certain food products, consumer watchdogs conclude

In Latvia, a consumer rights watchdog reports that low-price food baskets frequently lack several categories of products as mandated by a pricing memorandum.

Feb 20 • 09:13 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Contaminated Baby Milk: Danone Seeks Trust — and Downplays Financial Damage

Danone is facing scrutiny over contaminated baby milk products but claims the financial impact has been minimal, even as it seeks to regain consumer trust.

Feb 20 • 09:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Five on Friday: Let's Go!

This article presents five new tech products including a multi-tool, camera lens, ski goggles, washer-dryer, and headlamp.

Feb 20 • 08:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tradition Still Rules the Plate. Meat Holds Strong

Despite rising prices, the demand for meat and dairy products in Poland remains robust, with significant sales growth recorded over the past year.

Feb 20 • 03:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Expired product entitles you to another for free? See what the law says after confusion in SC market

A customer at a market in Joinville, Brazil, attempted to take expired products for free, leading to a police intervention and a discussion about consumer rights regarding expired goods.

Feb 19 • 08:31 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Once Again Remembering Insects in Food: Will the EU Really Make Such Products Mandatory?

The article discusses a rumor circulating on social media about the EU potentially mandating public procurement of insect-based food products to promote consumption.

Feb 18 • 19:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

‘Anything more expensive, you’re a snob’: Your views on the dishwasher tablets that actually work

Readers share their views on the effectiveness of various dishwasher tablets, highlighting brand loyalty and cleaning performance.

Feb 18 • 15:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Why does everything have to be cheap?

The article critiques the widespread demand for low-cost services and products, highlighting the negative effects this mindset has on quality and ethical consumption.

Feb 18 • 14:37 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

32 associations call on large retailers to sell food products at cost price

32 associations in France are urging major retailers to sell certain healthy food products at cost price to alleviate high costs for consumers.

Feb 18 • 10:21 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Where Did Finnish Ice Creams Go from Our Store Shelves? Shopkeepers Explain

Estonian stores have a wide selection of ice creams, but Finnish products are noticeably absent from their shelves, prompting inquiries from consumers and responses from shopkeepers.

Feb 18 • 09:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

At least 15,000 customers left without products purchased from Asko or Sotka

A significant number of customers, estimated at 15,000, are facing losses due to the bankruptcy of Asko and Sotka furniture chains, having not received products they paid for.

Feb 18 • 07:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The always drying rack has competition: the wall version is perfect for small apartments

The article discusses the advantages of wall-mounted drying racks for small apartments compared to traditional foldable ones.

Feb 18 • 05:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Not a promotion, but a new price: Lidl has already reduced prices on more than 200 products

Lidl is permanently reducing prices on over 200 products as part of a strategy to provide daily savings for consumers.

Feb 17 • 15:03 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Such weak sales were during the financial crisis, but then costs were at least lower. People are saving, says trader

Retailers in Slovakia report declining consumer spending amid rising costs, with many people opting for discounted products as stores face significant challenges.

Feb 17 • 13:52 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Official investigation by the Commission against Shein

The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into Shein regarding addictive design practices, lack of transparency, and the sale of illegal products including child-like sex dolls.

Feb 17 • 12:26 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Child Sex Dolls: EU Commission Targets Chinese Online Retailer Shein

The EU Commission has launched a formal procedure against Shein for allegedly failing to prevent the sale of illegal products, including child-like sex dolls.

Feb 17 • 11:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Child-like Sex Dolls: EU Commission Targets Chinese Online Retailer Shein

The EU Commission has initiated a formal procedure against the Chinese online retailer Shein for allegedly failing to regulate the sale of illegal products, including child-like sex dolls.

Feb 17 • 11:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Digital Services Act: EU Commission investigates online retailer Shein

The EU Commission is investigating the online retailer Shein over allegations of marketing illegal products, including child-like sex dolls.

Feb 17 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

EU: Investigation Against Shein for Sex Dolls with Childlike Features

The European Commission has initiated an official investigation into Shein for serious violations of EU regulations stemming from the discovery of products resembling minors, raising significant safety and regulatory concerns.

Feb 17 • 10:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I saved £140 with new beauty box containing designer perfumes, candles and more'

The article discusses the OK! Beauty Box's Discovery Scent Edit, which allows consumers to purchase a variety of beauty products at a significant discount.

Feb 17 • 09:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Coles offered ‘utterly misleading’ discounts ACCC argues in federal court case

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has commenced legal action against Coles, alleging the supermarket misled customers through misleading discount practices that masked price increases on numerous products.

Feb 16 • 02:55 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

ACCC accuses Coles of 'planned' campaign to mislead customers

The ACCC is suing Coles for allegedly misleading customers about pricing discounts on over 200 household products in a significant court case.

Feb 16 • 02:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Expert urges regulation of wellness products

The CEO of Healthgarde International has called for stricter regulations in Nigeria regarding wellness products to safeguard public health.

Feb 15 • 17:47 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"Why are the price surcharges so brutal?" Estonians are shocked by how cheaply the same product can be had in Germany or Finland

Estonians express shock at the significant price differences for everyday products compared to Germany and Finland, as highlighted in social media discussions.

Feb 15 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Commentary: I Went to Install Protective Glasses on My Phone in 7 Different Shops – Ridiculous Prices

An individual explores the prices and quality of screen protectors offered by various shops, revealing inconsistencies and a lack of trust from the sales staff in their own products.

Feb 14 • 11:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival: how to recognize counterfeit and unregistered drinks

As Carnival festivities commence in Brazil, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock has issued guidance on how to identify safe alcoholic beverages and avoid counterfeit products.

Feb 13 • 19:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trump wants to reverse some tariffs on steel and aluminum products, says newspaper

U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly seeking to reduce certain tariffs on steel and aluminum products to alleviate consumer price concerns ahead of the midterm elections.

Feb 13 • 15:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

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.

Feb 13 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Reaction to baby perfume: - No, no!

A mother expresses dismay over a clothing store selling perfume intended for babies.

Feb 13 • 10:41 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

With imports on the rise, why aren't we told where our wood comes from?

Consumers in Australia are pushing for country-of-origin labels on timber products amidst rising imports, highlighting a demand for transparency.

Feb 12 • 19:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Mercadona, Lidl, and Aldi reach record shares and continue to boost private label brands

Mercadona, Lidl, and Aldi have achieved record market shares in Spain, driven by increased consumer demand for private label products amid rising inflation.

Feb 12 • 11:14 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Pigu.lt: The favorite kitchen appliances of buyers – kettles or coffee machines?

This article discusses the growing trend of smaller kitchen appliances among Lithuanian consumers, highlighting popular products and preferences in 2023.

Feb 12 • 09:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

New case of the controversial heater - Now Anna, 45, shows photos of her shocking injuries

A Finnish woman had severe burns from a disposable toe heater, leading to its withdrawal from sale and an investigation into similar cases.

Feb 12 • 09:00 UTC

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