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🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Analysis: The government's winged climate fix has cost Denmark its climate goal

The Danish government's approach to climate policy has come under severe criticism from the Climate Council, which suggests that the administration is failing to meet its 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target.

Feb 26 • 20:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Ocado to cut 1,000 jobs in £150m cost-saving drive

Ocado announces a reduction of 1,000 jobs as part of a £150 million cost-saving strategy, primarily affecting its UK operations.

Feb 26 • 08:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Senate approves tax reduction costing R$ 3.1 billion and benefiting Braskem

The Brazilian Senate has approved a temporary reduction in taxes for the chemical and petrochemical industries, primarily benefiting the company Braskem, at a cost of R$ 3.1 billion to public finances.

Feb 25 • 20:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Energy bills may be coming down - but there is a sting in the tail for many'

Energy bills in the UK are projected to decrease by an average of £117 annually, but the reduction may not be as beneficial for many families as it seems due to updates in the price cap and seasonal changes in energy usage.

Feb 25 • 14:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ofgem announces big fall in energy price cap: LIVE updates

Ofgem has announced a reduction in the energy price cap, bringing it down to £1,641 for typical dual fuel households starting in April.

Feb 25 • 06:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ofgem shares 'minor' change that makes 'significant' savings on energy bills

Ofgem has issued new advice to UK households on how to save on energy bills with simple actions as the energy price cap is set to decrease.

Feb 22 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Changes in fees for obtaining a driver's license reduce costs by up to 80% in Amapá

The Department of Transit (Detran) of Amapá, Brazil, announced significant reductions in fees for obtaining a national driver's license, aiming to ease accessibility for citizens.

Feb 18 • 13:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

It cost almost €700 in January and now drops to €340: Dyson slashes the price of its star cordless vacuum cleaner

Dyson has significantly reduced the price of its popular cordless vacuum cleaner from nearly €700 to €340, marking a 32% discount.

Feb 18 • 11:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The second wave of Artificial Intelligence is coming and concerns the creation of things we have never seen before

Experts predict that a new wave of Artificial Intelligence will lead to the development of innovative products and experiences previously unimaginable, transitioning from cost reduction to creation.

Feb 17 • 07:51 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Labor Reform: The Fiscal Cost of the Project Halved Due to Changes Negotiated by the Government with the Provinces

The Argentine government negotiated changes to the labor reform project, halving its fiscal cost by removing a corporate tax reduction that affected provincial revenues.

Feb 16 • 16:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Press: Volkswagen intends to reduce costs by a fifth by the end of 2028

Volkswagen plans to cut costs by 20% by the year 2028.

Feb 16 • 08:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trump considers reducing 50% tariff on steel and aluminum

U.S. President Donald Trump is contemplating a reduction in tariffs on steel and aluminum products amid a cost-of-living crisis.

Feb 13 • 15:44 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Disappointed industrialists by the Government – Stumbling block the reduction of energy costs

Greek industrialists express disappointment with government inaction on energy cost support measures.

Feb 13 • 07:07 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Sumitomo Heavy Industries to Reduce Employee Numbers by 500, Halting Re-employment Offers for Seniors

Sumitomo Heavy Industries has announced a plan to reduce its workforce by 500 employees as part of cost-cutting measures.

Feb 10 • 10:12 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Pay less for heating. What can everyone do in their home?

The article suggests practical steps that homeowners in Latvia can take to reduce heating bills by improving energy efficiency in their homes.

Feb 10 • 05:24 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Cost of the basic basket has decreased by 4.9% until 2026 due to Pacic: Profeco

The implementation of the Anti-Inflation and Cost of Living Package (Pacic) has led to a 4.9% reduction in household spending in Mexico, according to Profeco.

Feb 9 • 20:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Basic basket price reduces by 17% in three months and reaches almost R$ 600 in Rio Branco

The price of the basic food basket in Rio Branco dropped by 17.64% over three months, now costing R$ 583.79, according to a study by the Federation of Commerce of Goods, Services, and Tourism of the State of Acre.

Feb 9 • 16:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Inflation in the Czech Republic Dramatically Reduced by Falling Energy Prices

Inflation in Czechia has significantly decreased due to a reduction in energy prices.

Feb 8 • 04:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fernando Eguren: "This year, the balance between lowering inflation and the cost to activity will be more evident"

Economist Fernando Eguren discusses the challenges Argentina faces in stabilizing its economy amid geopolitical volatility and the importance of balancing inflation reduction with economic activity costs.

Feb 8 • 03:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

YIT: Over a hundred jobs at risk

The construction company YIT is starting negotiations that may lead to a reduction of 115 jobs in Finland as part of cost-saving measures aiming for annual savings of about 15 million euros.

Feb 6 • 07:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Investment and Marketing Instead of Cost Reduction… OB Beer Acquisition and Merger, Becoming a Legend

The article discusses the remarkable case of the acquisition of OB Beer by KKR and Affinity Equity Partners in 2009, highlighting it as one of the most successful mergers and acquisitions in South Korean history, showcasing strategy over price.

Feb 6 • 00:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ramón Laguarta, the most powerful Spanish executive in the US: 'Cost reduction is a necessary condition for PepsiCo to grow'

PepsiCo CEO Ramón Laguarta discusses a new agreement with Elliott Management aimed at enhancing growth and profitability amid recent factory closures and job cuts.

Jan 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

General Motors writes off six billion dollars in electric vehicle business

General Motors announced that it will write off six billion dollars as part of its reduction in electric vehicle and battery production, along with an additional restructuring cost of 1.1 billion dollars in China.

Jan 9 • 13:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Simple plug-in gadget that could help consumers monitor their energy bill in 2026

A new smart plug device is gaining popularity as consumers seek to monitor and control their energy usage to manage costs effectively in 2026.

Jan 3 • 14:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

30% VAT Reduction: Cheaper Prices in Border Islands from New Year

A 30% VAT reduction will apply to 24 Aegean islands starting from New Year, leading to lower costs for households on various products and services.

Jan 1 • 08:59 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

In SND, Poláčik, Šalacha, and Pauhofová leave. It's not about saving, it's an effort to dismantle the troupe, they say

The Slovak National Theatre's drama company will see a reduction of five members starting in the new year, amidst claims from departing actors that this is not a cost-saving measure but an attempt to undermine a critical ensemble.

Dec 29 • 17:49 UTC

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