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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: ADMIE Holdings Eliminates Losses

ADMIE Holdings' stock has reached a two-week high, gaining 2.3% to €3.02 and eliminating all losses since early 2026, due to strong interest in its upcoming €510 million capital increase.

Feb 27 • 04:20 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Galaxy S26 is about to strike at Apple. Samsung surprised with the scale of price increases

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has launched in Poland with significant price hikes attributed to rising memory costs driven by an AI boom, garnering high public interest.

Feb 26 • 15:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Delinquency rises amid high interest rates and reaches highest level since 2017

In Brazil, consumer and corporate delinquency on loans has increased to 5.5%, the highest level since 2017, amid elevated interest rates.

Feb 25 • 13:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Holiday Homes: What Properties Foreign Buyers Are Turning Away From – Where They Are Focusing Their Interest

Foreign buyers are increasingly turning away from large holiday homes in Greece, particularly older properties, due to high purchase and maintenance costs.

Feb 25 • 09:45 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Agatha Christie's personal letters sparked great interest at the auction: 'We did not expect such a high price to be offered'

A collection of rare items from Agatha Christie’s former maid, Phyllis Rice, was auctioned in England for nearly £8,000, exceeding initial expectations.

Feb 25 • 09:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Reserve Bank could hike cash rate twice in 2026 as Australia’s inflation stays stubbornly high

Australia's Reserve Bank is projected to raise interest rates twice in 2026 due to persistent inflation, with January figures revealing a 3.8% rate driven by increasing electricity costs.

Feb 25 • 06:50 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Record number of official visits to Svalbard last year

Last year, Svalbard saw a record number of official visits, including high-level representatives from both Russia and the USA, indicating increased geopolitical interest in the Arctic region.

Feb 25 • 04:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: The Shares Leading Turnover to 19-Year Highs

The turnover of transactions in the Athens Stock Exchange continues to soar, reminiscent of past high times, driven by a rally in stocks and increased interest from foreign investors.

Feb 24 • 08:58 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

After spectacular robbery: Gelsenkirchen Savings Bank demands high interest from the victim for bridging loan

A victim of a robbery at the Gelsenkirchen Savings Bank is facing high interest charges on a loan required to cover losses while waiting for insurance compensation.

Feb 23 • 18:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The dollar loses $75 in banks this month: what are the reasons for the return of the 'super peso' and how long can the calm last

The dollar has fallen significantly this month due to an excess supply and subdued demand caused by high interest rates in Argentina.

Feb 23 • 18:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Sunday Ratings: How Masterchef Celebrity Fared with the Elimination of Susana Roccasalvo

Masterchef Celebrity saw a dramatic elimination of Susana Roccasalvo, attracting significant viewer interest and scoring high ratings in the process.

Feb 23 • 14:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Real estate market breaks records in 2025 and maintains strong demand despite high interest rates

The Brazilian real estate market achieved historical results in 2025, showing resilience with strong demand despite a high interest rate environment.

Feb 23 • 14:40 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Sky-high Olympic Fever has Created an Unprecedented Curling Hype

In Danderyd, Sweden, excitement surrounding upcoming Olympic curling events has led to a surge in interest and participation in the sport, exemplified by a bustling curling hall run by Roffe Wikström.

Feb 22 • 19:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Tories would scrap ‘debt trap’ of high interest student loans, says Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch announced that the Conservative Party plans to eliminate high interest rates on student loans, increasing pressure on Labour to address the issue.

Feb 22 • 13:19 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

‘If they need us to cooperate, we will’ on slaying of Sikh activist, says India’s envoy to Canada

India's High Commissioner to Canada expressed willingness to cooperate with Canadian authorities regarding the murder of a Sikh activist during an interview, emphasizing shared interest in justice.

Feb 22 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The cost of Brazil, beyond interest rates

Brazil continues to face high production and investment costs due to multiple intertwined risks, despite a recent focus on lowering interest rates as a solution.

Feb 22 • 02:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

High interest in grants for home wind turbines. Budget depleted

The funding for the program "My Wind Power Plant" in Poland has been fully allocated due to overwhelming interest, leading to the closure of applications ahead of schedule.

Feb 20 • 19:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

30% of Applicants for Gyeonggi Extremely Low Credit Loans Used High-Interest or Illegal Money Lending

A significant portion of applicants for Gyeonggi's low credit loan program are struggling financially, with many having resorted to high-interest and illegal money lending.

Feb 20 • 01:41 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Which bond would you like?: Solid interest rates without the thrill

Investing in stable bonds offers opportunities for returns without the associated risks of high-yield bonds.

Feb 19 • 12:14 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Government's big decision on AI Impact Summit

The Indian government has extended the AI Impact Summit from five to six days due to the high interest in artificial intelligence technology.

Feb 19 • 10:11 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Fed sees rate hikes if inflation remains high

Federal Reserve officials are surprisingly cautious about cutting interest rates and may need to raise them if inflation stays persistently high.

Feb 19 • 07:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

IE University launches a 100% scholarship to study Architecture in Spain

The Michael & Alice Scholarship aims to support young individuals with an interest in architecture and high academic performance.

Feb 18 • 20:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Plaenge Program Encourages a Career in Civil Engineering

The Plaenge Young Apprentice Program aims to connect high school and early college students with practical experiences in civil engineering to foster interest in the field.

Feb 18 • 19:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mortgage Loans: Three Concrete Facts That Show Positive Signs for the Future of Lending

The Argentinian mortgage market is showing signs of improvement with recent bank movements, despite high interest rates and stricter conditions.

Feb 18 • 12:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Starmer urged to stick to manifesto following reports of delay in raising the youth minimum wage - UK politics live

UK inflation has dropped to 3%, stirring expectations of a potential early interest rate cut, amidst debates over the youth minimum wage in light of high youth unemployment.

Feb 18 • 09:34 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

One in Twenty Self-Employed Workers Unable to Repay Debt... More Than Tripled in Five Years

Due to prolonged domestic recession and high interest rates, one in twenty self-employed individuals in South Korea is unable to repay their business loans, a figure that has more than tripled in the past five years.

Feb 18 • 02:43 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: ASX to rise ahead of wages data, Australian dollar hits 19-month high against British pound

The ASX is expected to rise amid positive market conditions, as the Australian dollar appreciates against the British pound following rising UK unemployment rates.

Feb 17 • 21:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Credit card rates hit 'eye watering' record high amid 'toxic mix' warning

Credit card rates in the UK have reached a record high, significantly impacting millions of customers with unprecedented borrowing costs.

Feb 17 • 18:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Dominant Balance": How long will it be possible to keep winning with the peso

The article discusses the carry trade strategies contributing to the Argentine peso's recent stability and profitability amidst high-interest rates post-midterm elections.

Feb 17 • 15:45 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The golden age of deposits is over; will we start seeing alternative investments?

The article suggests that while the era of high interest rates for deposits may be over, it is not the end of traditional saving methods in Estonia.

Feb 17 • 12:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

UK unemployment rises to five-year high of 5.2% — Official

Britain's unemployment rate reached a five-year high of 5.2% in Q4 2025, reflecting economic challenges and weak hiring activity.

Feb 17 • 08:02 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Due to high interest, the state plans to continue providing support for the purchase of electric cars for residents

Latvia is set to introduce a new support program for the purchase of electric and hydrogen vehicles, pending government approval, with a budget of 40 million euros.

Feb 17 • 07:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Poles are fleeing from expensive fixed-rate loans. What do banks say about it?

In Poland, a record amount of early repayments and overpayments on housing loans has been observed in 2025 as citizens seek to escape high fixed interest rates amidst declining rates.

Feb 17 • 03:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Japan avoids recession with weak return to growth – business live

The UK housing market sees heightened competition among sellers as the number of homes for sale reaches an 11-year high, offering buyers more choices and keeping prices steady.

Feb 16 • 07:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

People with mortgages are repaying an average of over 24 thousand per month. In January, the number of loans decreased

People in Czechia are struggling with high mortgage repayments averaging over 24,000 CZK per month, with a notable decline in loan offerings in January.

Feb 16 • 07:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

From Rio to Washington: Are Major Economies Following Brazil's Path?

The article examines Brazil's economic situation amidst warnings about rising debt and high-interest rates, suggesting that other major economies may face similar challenges.

Feb 15 • 11:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Has Stagflation Come to Stay?

The article explores the potential permanence of stagflation in Argentina, examining the impact of high interest rates and economic activity.

Feb 15 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Interest rates, fiscal crisis and absence of policy punish Brazil's industry for four decades

Brazil's industry has faced significant challenges over the last four decades due to high interest rates, fiscal crises, and lack of effective policy.

Feb 14 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rich countries should fear the 'Brazilization' of the global economy, says The Economist

The Economist warns that rich countries should be concerned about the 'Brazilization' of the global economy, characterized by high interest rates and rising public debt.

Feb 14 • 08:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Favela tour": this is the viral terrace of Rocinha in Rio de Janeiro, where they charge more than $50,000 for a drone video

A new viral tourist attraction in Rio de Janeiro's Rocinha favela offers high-quality drone videos against the stunning backdrop of the city, sparking significant interest on social media.

Feb 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Judgment on the achievement of the inflation target likely this spring" - BoJ's Tamura emphasizes the need for interest rate hikes

Naoki Tamura of the Bank of Japan emphasized the possibility of achieving a 2% inflation target this spring due to ongoing high wage increases and stressed the necessity of additional interest rate hikes.

Feb 13 • 07:42 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Rich countries should fear the 'Brazilianization' of the economy, says The Economist

The Economist warns that Brazil's economic situation serves as a critical alert for wealthy nations, emphasizing the implications of high interest rates and public debt.

Feb 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Bache's headache: - Price growth is still too high

Norwegian central bank chief Ida Wolden Bache announces that higher-than-expected inflation has led several economists to rethink anticipated interest rate cuts this year.

Feb 12 • 17:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Generali Real Estate Fund Launches Sale of Špork Palace, High Interest Expected

The Generali Real Estate Fund is starting the sale process of Špork Palace, anticipating significant buyer interest.

Feb 11 • 15:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Lawyer Sues INEC, Political Parties Over Exorbitant Nomination, Expression of Interest Fees

A Nigerian lawyer has filed a lawsuit against INEC and political parties, challenging high nomination and expression of interest fees ahead of the 2027 elections.

Feb 11 • 14:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Barclays, HSBC, and Lloyds savers warned as loyalty could cost £300

Savers with traditional banks like Barclays, HSBC, and Lloyds risk losing nearly £300 a year in interest by not switching to high-interest challenger banks.

Feb 11 • 13:17 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Handelsbanken no longer believes in interest rate cuts this year: – Norges Bank is in serious trouble

Handelsbanken has revised its forecast, stating that it no longer expects any interest rate cuts this year, attributing its position to unexpectedly high inflation figures.

Feb 11 • 11:12 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Developers desert plans for new apartments in Western Sydney

Developers are abandoning plans for new apartment projects in Western Sydney due to high construction costs and rising interest rates.

Feb 10 • 19:32 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

High price growth: – Could be the nail in the coffin for interest rate cuts

Price growth in Norway jumped to 3.6% in January, raising concerns about further interest rate cuts according to chief economist Marius Gonsholt Hov.

Feb 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government deficit, family delinquency

Brazil faces a significant increase in household debt and delinquency rates amid high interest rates, with alarming statistics reported by Serasa and the Central Bank.

Feb 10 • 01:00 UTC

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