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🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Ghana to grow its local therapeutic cannabis industry

Ghana is set to develop its own therapeutic cannabis industry to harness economic benefits and improve healthcare options.

Mar 5 • 15:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Between reports and shoes, the progress of Guanajuato

The governor of Guanajuato presents her second government report while celebrating the inauguration of an important shoe industry event, highlighting the state's investment stability amid uncertainty.

Mar 5 • 10:37 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Automotive production does not recover: fell 30% in the first two months of the year

Argentina's automotive industry experienced a significant decline in production, dropping over 30% in January and February compared to the previous year.

Mar 5 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New EU Industrial Policy, VAT Gap and Indices Recovery in Europe

The article discusses the European Commission's new industrial policy aimed at enhancing competitiveness within the EU, addressing the VAT gap, and the recovery of economic indices.

Mar 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Logistical chaos and rising energy costs threaten industry: "Costs will be passed on to the consumer"

Logistical chaos and escalating energy prices are threatening various sectors of the Spanish industry, with concerns that these costs will ultimately be transferred to consumers.

Mar 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Avian flu has already killed 201 million birds on farms in the USA

The avian flu outbreak in the United States has resulted in the death of 201 million birds since its reappearance in February 2022, causing significant economic losses and inflation in poultry prices.

Mar 4 • 20:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Construction Industry Raises Its Economic and Business Expectations

The construction industry in Ecuador is increasing its economic expectations and sector performance due to positive forecasts.

Mar 4 • 18:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The European Commission presented the Industrial Accelerator Act. Can 'Made in Europe' save 600,000 jobs?

The Industrial Accelerator Act proposed by the European Commission aims to strengthen the European economy by boosting domestic production, particularly in the automotive sector, while facing critiques and challenges regarding its implementation.

Mar 4 • 16:08 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The naval industry: a billion-dollar opportunity for Mexico and Yucatán

The global maritime economy is entering a new phase of structural expansion, with the naval industry representing a critical sector for international trade.

Mar 4 • 15:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Capital seeks stability, industry of people. Poland in the race for advanced investments

Participants at the AmCham Manufacturers' Forum 2026 discuss Poland's strengths and shortcomings in attracting advanced investments within a changing global landscape.

Mar 4 • 15:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The EU presents its big plan to reactivate industry: imposing 'made in Europe' and conditions on foreign investment

The European Commission has unveiled a significant initiative aimed at revitalizing European industry, focusing on promoting 'made in Europe' products and establishing conditions for foreign investments.

Mar 4 • 13:29 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Musicians question politicians

The event in Tallinn brings together key figures in the Estonian music industry and politicians to discuss pressing issues.

Mar 4 • 07:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Records after records. Leasing benefits from the recovery and money from KPO

The Polish leasing industry is experiencing rapid growth, with significant investments and a positive forecast for the coming years.

Mar 4 • 03:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Weapons or GDP? How to spend on defense so that the economy benefits

The article discusses the impact of defense spending on economic growth in Poland and the importance of a developed arms industry.

Mar 4 • 03:27 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Indiscriminate commercial opening": a slaughterhouse closed, more than 100 people were fired, and blamed imports

Ganadera San Roque SA closed down its operation in Morón, Buenos Aires, citing economic crisis and high import levels as the main reasons for its decision to lay off over 100 employees.

Mar 3 • 23:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The main fears of the automotive industry if the war in the Middle East extends

The automotive industry is concerned about disruptions in supply chains and rising oil prices due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 3 • 21:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Industry on Alert as Middle East Conflict Escalates: Concerns Over Rising Oil and Logistics Costs

South Korean manufacturers are growing increasingly anxious about the potential economic impact of escalating military conflict in the Middle East, which could lead to surging energy prices and supply chain disruptions.

Mar 3 • 09:56 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Application for the first phase of investigation for nuclear waste disposal site at Minami-Torishima by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has requested to conduct the first phase of an investigation for a nuclear waste disposal site on Minami-Torishima.

Mar 3 • 08:15 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Investigation for Nuclear Waste Final Disposal Site to Be Requested in Ogasawara Village, Tokyo – Minister Akazawa

Japan's Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Akazawa announces plans to request a literature survey for a nuclear waste disposal site in Ogasawara Village, Tokyo.

Mar 3 • 01:12 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The ‘AI Shock’ at Our Doorstep… “Government Intervention” vs. “Expectations of Abundance” with Diverging Outlooks

The emergence of advanced AI tools like Anthropic's Claude Co-Work is causing significant disruptions in the legal information services sector, leading to fears about job losses and industry transformations.

Mar 2 • 20:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Forestry Industry Warns: Logging Restrictions Threaten Thousands of Jobs

Finland's forestry industry could lose between 3,000 and 4,000 jobs if proposed logging restrictions by the Finnish Climate Panel and Nature Panel are implemented.

Mar 2 • 12:37 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

B. Kikilias: 10 Greek-flagged ships in the Persian Gulf with 85 Greek sailors

Greek Shipping Minister Vassilis Kikilias reported that 10 Greek-flagged vessels are currently in the Persian Gulf amid tensions affecting the international shipping industry and world economy.

Mar 2 • 09:51 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Clothing – Textile Industry: Exports fell by 7.2% in 2025

Greek clothing and textile exports dropped by 7.2% in 2025, primarily due to inflation and shifts in consumer habits.

Mar 2 • 09:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

PMI drop for Polish industry. Worst result in six months

The Polish industrial sector reported its lowest PMI index in six months at 47.1 points, disappointing economists and signaling potential economic challenges ahead.

Mar 2 • 09:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Two Crazy Years and Then the Recession Hit – Now a Traditional Stove Manufacturer Sees Light at the End of the Tunnel: "The Cold Works in Our Favor"

A Finnish stove manufacturer, Seppälän Tiili, reflects on the deep recession affecting the construction industry but also notes a recent uptick in demand during colder winter months.

Feb 28 • 17:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Payroll loan used by employees in 65% of private companies, says Serasa Experian

A recent study by Serasa Experian reveals that 65% of private companies in Brazil have employees who have utilized payroll loans, with adoption rates varying based on company size and industry sector.

Feb 28 • 12:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Bloomberg: Crisis Deepens at the Heart of Russia's War Machine

Local industrial associations report a dramatic decline in investments, profits, orders, and production in a region traditionally supporting Russia's war industry.

Feb 27 • 14:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Contrast: Strong Drop in Milk Sale Earnings While Other Dairy Business Indicators Recover

Argentina's dairy industry faces a paradox of increased production and partial recovery in domestic consumption amid a significant decrease in farm earnings.

Feb 27 • 13:29 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"The numbers don’t add up": the fishing sector asked the Government to remove taxes and warned of paralysis

The fishing sector in Argentina has warned the government that without the removal of export taxes, the industry could face a shutdown despite having generated over $2 billion in exports last year.

Feb 26 • 15:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Increase in import tariff could raise up to R$ 20 billion this year and exchange for national products is 'uncertain', says Senate agency

The Brazilian government's increase in import tariffs on over a thousand products is projected to generate up to R$ 20 billion in revenue this year, according to the Independent Fiscal Institution.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Water Resistance - A Challenge That Will Change Business

The article discusses the critical importance of stable water resources for various industries in Poland, highlighting the consequences of water scarcity and excess on the economy and sectors like agriculture and chemicals.

Feb 26 • 12:13 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Costs of Alcohol Abuse, the Home Appliance Crisis, and Merz's Visit to China

A podcast discusses the rising costs of alcohol abuse in Poland, the challenges facing the household appliance industry, and a notable visit by a Polish politician to China.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The regional economy of Kainuu continues to grow faster than the rest of the country

The Kainuu region's economy is growing at a faster rate than the national average, driven by significant industrial investments and strong growth in the metal and forestry sectors.

Feb 26 • 05:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Germany's Pull for Finland? The German Economy is at an Extremely Delicate Stage, Three Graphs Explain Why

Germany's economy, a crucial trade partner for Finland, shows early signs of recovery, but uncertainty and pessimism remain prevalent among experts.

Feb 26 • 03:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Haddad Defends Increase in Import Tax and Says Impact on Prices is a 'Lie'

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad claims that raising import taxes is regulatory and won't significantly affect prices, aiming to strengthen local industries against foreign competition.

Feb 26 • 00:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Reeves must back defence investment plan or be sacked, says Unite union boss

The leader of Britain's largest trade union has called for Chancellor Rachel Reeves to be dismissed if she fails to support critical defence funding that is vital for jobs and British industry.

Feb 25 • 18:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Producer Prices in Agriculture and Industry Have Declined Again

Producer prices in both agriculture and industry in Czechia are reported to have decreased again.

Feb 25 • 08:18 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Born Poor. Became a Titan. And Sparked the Fuse of Panic

The article details the life and impact of Edward Henry Harriman, a significant yet controversial figure in American economics, who rose from poverty to dominate Wall Street and control the railroad industry.

Feb 25 • 04:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They are considering eliminating a very popular function of modern cars that "bothers" millions of drivers

The start & stop system in modern cars, aimed at reducing emissions and saving fuel, may be eliminated due to new regulations from the EPA in the United States.

Feb 24 • 18:36 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Fourth Year of War: From the Revival of the Defense Industry to Labor Market Mysteries – What Worries the Most

The article discusses the increasing defense spending in the Baltic States amid ongoing war pressures and its implications on the economy and society.

Feb 24 • 08:56 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The good news... that could evaporate

The recent PIB figures for 2025 from INEGI reflect modest economic growth and highlight a sectoral imbalance in Mexico's economy, with services thriving while industry struggles.

Feb 24 • 06:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cocatrel announces dates for the 29th Expocafé and Business Fairs

Cocatrel has announced the dates for its 29th Expocafé and Business Fairs, which are set to promote the region's coffee industry and economy in 2026.

Feb 23 • 13:54 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Confindustria, tariffs and export burden Italian industry: 'The dollar is too weak'

A report from Confindustria anticipates slow and volatile recovery in Italian industry due to a weak dollar and fragile consumer demand.

Feb 23 • 09:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSC pledges support for power sector workers’ maiden NESI Games

The National Sports Commission in Nigeria has committed to backing the inaugural Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) Games to promote unity and enhance the sports economy within the power sector.

Feb 22 • 15:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Açaí producers in Roraima bet on their own industry to grow

Açaí producers in Roraima are investing in their own industry as a strategy for growth and increasing income in the rural sector.

Feb 22 • 09:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Report seeks investment framework for comic industry

A report has called for a structured investment framework to enhance the growth and sustainability of Nigeria's comic industry.

Feb 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Report seeks investment framework for comedy industry

A new report highlights the need for investment and structural reforms in Nigeria's comic industry to foster growth and capitalize on its creative potential.

Feb 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Beauty sector opens more than 235,000 new businesses and boosts entrepreneurship

The beauty sector in Brazil has seen the emergence of over 235,000 new businesses, highlighting a surge in entrepreneurship and employment opportunities within this industry.

Feb 21 • 23:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trump's New Global Tariffs: How They Work and What Happens Now?

President Donald Trump announced an increase in global import tariffs to 15%, citing benefits for domestic industry despite criticism of potential economic impacts.

Feb 21 • 20:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Beyond the Fate case: the economy is growing, but quality private employment is falling

Despite an economic growth of approximately 4% in Argentina, private sector employment of quality is declining, particularly in industry and construction.

Feb 21 • 20:01 UTC

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