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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Food sales have not turned to growth

Food sales in Estonia declined again in January, continuing a trend of long-term stagnation amid rising prices and changing consumer behavior.

Mar 2 • 16:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Growth of car sales in Europe stalled in January - These were the most purchased

Car sales growth in Europe halted in January with a 3.5% decline in new registrations.

Mar 2 • 15:29 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Sales Volume of Retail Companies Grew by 8 Percent in January

In January, the sales revenue of retail companies in Estonia reached 885 million euros, marking an 8 percent increase compared to January 2025.

Mar 2 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Retail Sales in January Increased by Eight Percent

In January, retail sales in Estonia increased by eight percent compared to the same month in the previous year, according to Statistics Estonia.

Mar 2 • 06:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Another decline in mass consumption: it fell 1.1% in January and the collapse was greater in supermarkets

Mass consumption in Argentina declined by 1.1% in January, with a notable drop in supermarket sales and basic commodity categories.

Feb 27 • 18:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Year Started with Optimism: Such Numbers Haven't Been Seen in 12 Years

Klaipėda experienced a significant increase in apartment sales in January 2026, marking the highest sales figures in over a decade.

Feb 27 • 17:25 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Car sales more than doubled in February. Has the market recovered from the tax shock?

Car sales in Estonia have significantly increased, more than doubling in January compared to the previous year, with continued strong growth in February.

Feb 27 • 15:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

In January, retail turnover increased by 6.1%; the biggest rise in cultural and leisure goods

In January, Latvia experienced a 6.1% increase in retail turnover, driven significantly by a surge in sales of cultural and leisure goods.

Feb 27 • 09:48 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

January's Tax-Free Sales Drop 19%, Domestic Department Stores Heavily Affected by Chinese Travel Restrictions

In January, tax-free sales at domestic department stores in Japan fell by 19%, significantly impacted by travel restrictions on Chinese tourists.

Feb 25 • 08:09 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Imported Cars Continue to Advance and Tripled Their Sales in January

In January, imported cars in Argentina tripled their sales compared to the previous year, significantly impacting the automotive market.

Feb 24 • 15:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

New car sales in the EU fell in January, but Škoda performed well

New car sales in the European Union saw a decline in January, contrasting with Škoda's positive performance during the same period.

Feb 24 • 12:20 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

January downturn for new homes

The new housing market in Norway has experienced a significant downturn with a 31 percent drop in sales, marking January 2026 as the weakest month for new homes since 2010.

Feb 24 • 09:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU: New car sales down by 3.9% in January - Electric vehicle market share at 19.3%

New car sales in the EU fell by 3.9% in January year-over-year, while electric vehicles made up 19.3% of the market share.

Feb 24 • 08:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: JL1 of Monday, January 23, 2026

Various incidents and updates including airport chaos in Mexico, the arrest of a former British ambassador, record real estate sales in Brazil, extreme weather impacts in São Paulo and Rio, changes in tariffs, and a tragic plea from a deceased police officer.

Feb 23 • 17:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Retail sales in January in Poland exceeded average forecasts of economists

Retail sales in Poland in January 2025 surpassed economists' expectations, driven by significant increases in furniture and electronics sales.

Feb 23 • 09:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Consumption Drives the Economy. January Shows the Strength of Polish Wallets

Retail sales in Poland grew more than expected in January 2025, reflecting strong consumer confidence and spending.

Feb 23 • 09:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Art and antiques help lift retail sales in Great Britain to biggest monthly rise since 2024

Retail sales in Great Britain saw a significant rise of 1.8% in January, driven by sales of art, antiques, and online jewelry, marking the highest increase since May 2024.

Feb 20 • 09:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Record-breaking budget surplus as government's tax income rises

The UK government has reported a record budget surplus for January 2026, with a surplus of £30.4 billion attributed to increased tax revenue and lower interest rates.

Feb 20 • 06:54 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

People Just Needed to Ask for a Summer House in January

The Danish summer house market experiences a notable increase in sales in January, with a 9% rise compared to last year, despite being lower than previous years.

Feb 19 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Exports Reach a Record $2.56 Billion in January

In January, hybrid and electric vehicle exports from South Korea surged, marking a record high amid increasing domestic sales.

Feb 19 • 02:12 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

January home sales fell as southern Ontario was hit by huge winter storm: CREA

Home sales in Canada dropped significantly in January due to a major winter storm impacting southern Ontario, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).

Feb 18 • 13:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does the Ford Territory cost in February 2026

The Ford Territory recorded significant sales growth in January 2026, solidifying its position as one of the top medium SUVs in Argentina.

Feb 18 • 13:26 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does the Fiat Cronos cost in February 2026

The Fiat Cronos remains one of Argentina's top-selling vehicles in January 2026, with a notable increase in sales compared to December 2025 but a decline from January 2025.

Feb 17 • 03:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Leasing company head: the new car registration fee often remains the seller's responsibility

The head of SEB Leasing notes that despite a slight increase in new car sales in January, there are indications of market recovery in Estonia.

Feb 14 • 16:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The World's Largest Car Market Stumbles – The Decline is the Sharpest in Nearly Two Years

China's automobile market faced a significant downturn, with sales dropping 19.5% year-on-year in January, marking the steepest decline since February 2024.

Feb 14 • 16:08 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

ELSTAT: 4.1% decrease in car sales in January – double-digit increase in motorcycles

Car sales in Greece decreased by 4.1% in January 2026, while motorcycle sales saw a significant increase of 27.6%.

Feb 13 • 10:43 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Sales start 2026 with a 6.8% increase

Ecuador's Internal Revenue Service reports a 6.8% increase in sales in January 2026 compared to the previous year, particularly driven by growth in administrative services, real estate, and construction.

Feb 12 • 16:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Good apartments are getting more expensive the fastest. The rest is waiting for a buyer.

Real estate developers in Poland saw a significant decline in apartment sales during January 2026 compared to the previous month, although year-on-year sales showed a notable increase.

Feb 12 • 03:04 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Heavy vehicle sales drop more than 35%: Anpact

Heavy vehicle wholesale sales in Mexico fell by over 35% in January, according to the National Association of Bus, Truck, and Tractor Producers (Anpact).

Feb 11 • 23:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Heart attack from... gold and silver in the coin market, brings a cap on sales

February has seen a significant downturn in the precious metals market following record highs earlier in January, prompting drastic changes in sales practices among coin retailers.

Feb 11 • 18:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does the Toyota Corolla Cross cost in February 2026

The Toyota Corolla Cross adjusted its prices in February 2026 following a strong rebound in registrations during January.

Feb 10 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Used car sales dropped in January: what is the threat that worries agencies

Used car sales in Argentina saw a decline in January, raising concerns among dealerships due to competitive pricing from Chinese car manufacturers.

Feb 9 • 17:58 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Used car sales fell after a record year: "We should not rush"

The used car market in Argentina experienced a significant year-on-year decline of 9.98% in January 2026, despite having set record sales figures in the previous year.

Feb 9 • 14:36 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

In January, the sale of apartments on the primary market was unimpressive

Developers sold about 3,800 apartments in seven major cities in January, significantly down from previous months' sales.

Feb 9 • 12:43 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Peugeot starts 2026 as the second brand in Spain and positions the 208 as leader in January

Peugeot has begun 2026 positively, achieving a 21% increase in registrations in Spain, positioning the 208 as the top-selling model.

Feb 6 • 23:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Production and sales of vehicles decline in January, says Anfavea

The automotive industry produced and sold fewer vehicles in January compared to December and the first month of the previous year, according to Anfavea's recent data.

Feb 6 • 16:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does the Ford Ranger cost in February 2026

The Ford Ranger showed strong sales at the start of 2026, registering 2,482 units sold in January, making it the fifth best-selling model of the month with a market share of 4%.

Feb 6 • 14:41 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The good economic surprise at the beginning of the year

In January 2026, car sales reached 131,472 units, marking an 8.7% increase from the previous year and the highest historical record for January, despite some Chinese brands not reporting their sales.

Feb 6 • 10:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Only seven new petrol-powered cars sold in Norway in January

Norway recorded the sale of only seven new petrol cars in January, highlighting a significant shift towards electric vehicles with over 2,000 battery electric vehicles sold during the same period.

Feb 6 • 10:20 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Secondary market. Will sellers allow themselves to raise prices?

January is traditionally the weakest month for secondary housing sales, but the number of listings begins to rise, suggesting potential price increases may not worry buyers according to experts.

Feb 6 • 09:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Transfer Market: Argentine clubs had the worst January in sales since 2022

Argentine football clubs experienced their lowest sales in January over the past four years, totaling only $30.9 million, a 34.2% decrease from last year.

Feb 5 • 22:19 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sales of new cars get 'fast and furious' in 2026: Best January in almost a decade

New light vehicle sales reached their best start to the year in nearly a decade, with 131,472 units sold in January 2026, marking an 8.7% annual growth.

Feb 5 • 18:28 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

8.7% increase in car sales in Mexico during January

The automotive industry in Mexico started the year strongly, with 131,472 units sold in January 2026, marking an 8.7% increase compared to the same period last year, as reported by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).

Feb 5 • 15:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Collapse of Tesla sales in the European bastion of electric cars

In January 2026, Tesla sold only 83 cars in Norway, marking an 88% decrease compared to the previous year, as competitors like Volkswagen and Toyota took the lead.

Feb 5 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

These are the best-selling cars in Croatia in January. Hybrids are the most sought after

In January, Croatia saw a decrease of 11.5% in new passenger car registrations compared to January 2025, with Škoda leading sales at 515 units.

Feb 4 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

This is the 'top 15' of the best-selling new vehicle brands in January

In January 2026, Ecuador experienced a 37% increase in new vehicle sales compared to January 2025, with a total of 11,342 units sold, as reported by the Ecuadorian Automotive Companies Association (Aeade).

Feb 4 • 15:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Vehicle sales grew 37%: January 2026 was the best of the last 5 years

The automotive sector in Ecuador experienced a 37% increase in vehicle sales in January 2026 compared to January 2025, marking the highest sales for January in the past five years.

Feb 4 • 15:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Imported Cars Surpass 20,000 in January... 'Surge in Electric Vehicle Sales'

In January, the number of newly registered imported cars exceeded 20,000, marking a 38% increase from the previous year, largely attributed to a sevenfold increase in electric vehicle sales.

Feb 4 • 04:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sales of new vehicles rise by 11% in São José and 9% in Taubaté in January

In January 2026, São José dos Campos and Taubaté experienced significant increases in new vehicle sales, with São José recording an 11.4% rise and Taubaté a 9% increase according to Fenabrave data.

Feb 3 • 20:25 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The lack of aid hinders car purchases in Spain

Car purchases in Spain are hindered by a lack of financial aid, with January seeing a slight increase in registrations but a significant rise in the sales of electrified vehicles.

Feb 2 • 22:57 UTC

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