The death of Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei ends decades of paranoia-fuelled absolute power
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death marks the end of an era characterized by authoritarian rule and economic decline in Iran.
Properties: the numbers are cold for buying and selling operations at the beginning of the year
The real estate market in Buenos Aires saw a significant decline in transaction numbers at the start of 2026 compared to the previous month and year.
Big decline in the stock market?
On February 27, the Indian stock market experienced a significant decline, with Sensex dropping over 600 points.
Stop the Economic Decline
The Mexican economy has experienced stagnation over the past seven years, with a minimal GDP growth of only 0.6% in 2025 and an average growth of just 0.8% since 2018, leading to negative growth per capita.
When Did Argentina Lose the Train of History?
The article examines Argentina's economic decline, attributing it to historical foreign policy decisions during World War II and contrasting it with Brazil's economic performance linked to its wartime contributions.
'Systemic Degradation': How 4 Years of Occupation Have Devastated the Economy of Eastern Ukraine
The article discusses how four years of Russian occupation have led to severe economic decline in Eastern Ukraine, particularly in Melitopol, where local industries have collapsed and workers struggle to survive.
Four years after the invasion of Ukraine, Russia's achievements seem few given the high cost
Four years post-invasion, Russia's heavy losses and economic decline raise questions about the value of its actions in Ukraine.
The activity volume of Estonian construction companies decreased for the fourth consecutive year
Estonian construction companies experienced a 1.5 percent decrease in activity volume in 2025 compared to the previous year, marking the fourth consecutive year of decline.
‘We are the forgotten little town’: will disenchantment in Denton leave it ripe for Reform?
Residents of Denton express disenchantment over local economic decline, with Reform Party support becoming more visible ahead of an upcoming byelection.
Prof. Schlevogt’s Compass No. 42: America’s hidden ledger of decline – Industrial erosion quantified
The article discusses the decline of American manufacturing jobs as a consequence of an overvalued dollar and systemic economic imbalances.
China: What if the young generation no longer wants it?
In China, the younger generation is losing faith in the promises of upward mobility and success offered by the Communist Party, questioning the value of hard work in a changing socioeconomic landscape.
The largest monthly decline in home sales in America since 2022
Home sales in the United States saw their biggest monthly drop since February 2022, reflecting a fragile recovery in the housing market amid ongoing consumer confidence issues and rising prices.
VIDEOS: BDP of Thursday, February 12, 2026
The article discusses various topics including the unsustainable situation of Toffoli, perceptions of economic decline, a police investigation into a collective rape case, acquittals of police officers, changes in food benefits regulations, and a crackdown on Chinese nationals linked to organized crime in Brazil.
Iranian President: My salary is $1,000 after being in the thousands
Iranian President Masoud Bezhakiyan stated that his salary has drastically decreased due to the declining value of the currency.
Industrial activity in Mexico falls 1.3 percent in 2025 and links two years of decline
Industrial activity in Mexico declined by 1.3 percent this year, marking two consecutive years of contraction across all sectors, although analysts predict a slight recovery for this year.
Cracks in Greek marble exports left by 2025
The year 2025 posed significant challenges for Greek marble exports, resulting in a decrease in both export value and quantity.
Friedrich Merzas urges the EU to reduce regulation to halt economic decline
Friedrich Merzas calls for the EU to deregulate every sector to strengthen the economy in the face of impending recession.
'I visited dismal UK market town and was shocked by what I saw within 10 minutes'
The article describes a journalist's visit to Burgess Hill, a UK market town in decline, highlighting its failed local economy and struggling businesses.
Paradigm shift: Comodoro Rivadavia, from the capital of oil to a city overshadowed by the Vaca Muerta boom
Comodoro Rivadavia, once the oil capital of Argentina, faces economic decline as investments shift toward Neuquén's Vaca Muerta region.
"Criminal Deterioration": Producers of a Regional Economy Warn About Market Deregulation and Insist on Returning Powers to an Institute
Producers of yerba mate in Misiones, Argentina, are urging government intervention to restore regulations that protect their industry from economic decline.
Exports: The 'main actors' of 2025 and the sectors with the greatest decline
Greek exports saw a 2.8% decline in 2025, though the food industry showed resilience and growth in certain areas without oil products.
Jean-Pierre Robin: "God Laughs at the French Who Bemoan the Decline of the Country and Cherish Its Causes"
The author discusses how the French lament their economic decline while failing to recognize the reasons behind it, highlighting a contrast with Poland's economic growth.
Economic Policy: Mercedes CEO Warns of Right-Wing Shift
Mercedes CEO Ola Källenius warns of Germany's economic decline and a potential political shift to the right.
Germans need to "work more again," says the head of Mercedes – and warns of populists
Mercedes CEO Ola Källenius emphasizes that Germans should increase their work ethic to avoid economic decline and the rise of populist parties.
An Infamous Blue Unicorn
The article critiques Argentina's historical admiration for the totalitarian regime of Cuba under Fidel Castro, suggesting it has significantly contributed to the country's socio-economic decline.
KOSPI Falls More Than 4%, Breaking Below 5000… ‘Sell Sidecar’ Activated Again After Four Days
The KOSPI index dropped over 4% on the 6th, falling below the 5000 mark, leading to the activation of a sell sidecar due to rapid declines.
The depreciation of the hryvnia affected Nordecon's results
Nordecon reported weak quarterly results attributed to the depreciation of the Ukrainian hryvnia, with a significant drop in profits despite increased revenue.
Domestic gold retail price significantly declines to 26,000 yen per gram
The domestic retail price of gold fell significantly on the 2nd to the 26,000 yen per gram range after surpassing 30,000 yen for the first time last week, amid expectations of interest rate cuts from the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Could it perhaps be war? Russians 'wonder' why they have fewer cars for the first time
For the first time since 2000, Russia's vehicle fleet has decreased, dropping to 52.8 million in 2025, leaving experts puzzled about the reasons behind this decline.
The Fatal Fetish of the SPD
The SPD's inheritance tax policies are leading to significant economic decline in several towns in Germany as family businesses are forced to close, even facing hefty tax bills despite making no profit.
These are the key elections in EU countries in 2026: Will Europe change its course?
Europe is entering an election year burdened with political, institutional, and strategic tensions, where each election carries significance beyond national borders amid ongoing war, economic decline, and rising dissatisfaction among citizens.
Bloomberg outlines three scenarios for Iran's future after the protests
Bloomberg reports on the political crisis in Iran following unprecedented protests that emerged in late 2025, detailing three potential future scenarios for the country amid economic decline and a violent crackdown by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Alejandro, citrus grower: "Fifty years ago you could sell an orange field and buy an apartment. Today it doesn't even get you a car"
Alejandro Aparicio, a citrus grower from Canals, Valencia, discusses the declining profitability and increasing challenges faced by orange producers in Spain despite being the world's leading producer of table oranges.
The Economic Decline is the Program of the AfD
CDU faction leader Jens Spahn criticizes the AfD as being anti-export and emphasizes 2026 as a year for growth, highlighting the Union's focus on economic strength and reducing bureaucracy.
European Union: Why the EU Will Fall
The article discusses the rising fears in Germany regarding the collapse of the European Union, drawing parallels to various crises exacerbated by right-wing extremism, economic decline, and climate disaster, all linked to the influence of Donald Trump.
Venezuelan 'Collage'
The article discusses Venezuela's economic decline since Maduro took power, highlighting the increased poverty and emigration while questioning the leaders of the opposition.
The Iranian regime is under pressure. The Ayatollah has a plan to escape to Moscow, there are also talks of an attempt to kill the Syrian president
Iran is facing its most severe wave of social tension in three years, sparked by protests over economic decline, inflation, and currency collapse, which have resulted in at least 16 to 20 deaths and numerous arrests across the country.
Is that the end of socialism?
The article discusses Venezuela's decline from one of the wealthiest countries to its current state, arguing that socialists claim it was never truly a socialist country despite the state's association with socialism since Hugo Chávez's presidency.
What happens when the sources of German prosperity are deliberately buried
The decline of Stuttgart, once a wealthy city, highlights the impending challenges for the Federal Republic as politicians hope to buy time with new taxes, as elaborated by Daniel Günther.