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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Flight attendant Alise reveals a phenomenon that many Finns have now become enthusiastic about

Alise Lang, a flight attendant, discusses the rising popularity of lesser-known travel destinations among Finnish travelers, referred to as 'dupe destinations', which provide similar experiences to popular spots but at lower prices and with fewer tourists.

Feb 28 • 09:54 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Europe builds offshore wind farms to reduce electricity prices

The article discusses the construction of offshore wind farms in Europe, aiming to lower electricity prices and enhance energy security through international connections.

Feb 27 • 15:42 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Progress on the elimination of the luxury tax could lower car prices

The Argentine Senate is set to pass a labor reform bill that includes the elimination of internal taxes, which may lead to a reduction in car prices.

Feb 27 • 14:20 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Saaremaa and Hiiumaa seek cheaper flights

Saaremaa and Hiiumaa are requesting the Ministry of Regional Affairs to lower the ticket prices for flights between the islands and the mainland to the levels of 2024, despite the government's already substantial subsidy.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Necklaces, rings, and earrings with fewer carats: how the gold surge will change the display cases of Spanish jewelers

The rising price of gold is forcing Spanish jewelers to adapt by offering items with lower carat weight due to decreasing profit margins and slowing sales.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Ethanol blends would lower fuel prices and improve supply in Mexico, experts explain

Experts suggest that increasing ethanol content in gasoline could lead to lower prices, enhanced supply security, and reduced emissions in Mexico.

Feb 26 • 19:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Paris Baguette and Tous les Jours to Lower Bread Prices Following President Yoon's Criticism of Price Collusion

In response to President Yoon's pressure to reduce prices due to alleged price collusion, major Korean bakery chains have announced price cuts on various bread products and cakes.

Feb 26 • 08:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

5% VAT on Electricity? Poland Skeptical of European Commission Proposal

Poland expresses skepticism regarding the European Commission's proposals to lower electricity costs through tax reductions and budget adjustments.

Feb 26 • 03:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis says nine-digit code can save you money on medication

Martin Lewis shares advice on saving money on over-the-counter medications by checking a nine-digit code for identical pills at lower prices.

Feb 25 • 13:13 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kallas: new wind farms may not lower electricity prices

Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas questions whether the establishment of new wind farms will effectively reduce electricity prices without the integration of substantial storage solutions.

Feb 25 • 08:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ofgem energy price cap announced as millions to see bills fall - how it impacts you

The Ofgem energy price cap will decrease, resulting in lower energy bills for millions of households starting April 1.

Feb 25 • 07:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Farm land prices are abnormal...we need to consider ways to lower them'

President Yoon has emphasized the need to address the abnormal prices of agricultural land to facilitate rural living and counter urban concentration.

Feb 24 • 03:09 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

3 lab-grown diamond brands worth your money right now – and what to buy from each

Lab-grown diamonds are becoming popular as cost-effective alternatives to natural diamonds, offering similar quality and appearance at lower prices.

Feb 23 • 21:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Billionaire Teplý praised Babiš's minister. He regrets that he can no longer sell to Russia

Milan Teplý, owner of the largest Czech dairy company, expressed dissatisfaction with current food prices and the government's plans to lower them, while also regretting the loss of the Russian market.

Feb 23 • 13:25 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letters to the Editor. Lower the inflation target to 1 percent

A letter to the editor argues that the inflation target should be reduced to 1 percent in light of rising prices, particularly for food, and suggests that the Central Bank should clearly communicate this goal.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Silver Still ₹1.67 Lakh Cheaper, What Are the Prices of 24, 22, and 20 Carat Gold?

Gold and silver prices in India have shown recovery over the past week but remain substantially lower than their all-time highs, with silver currently ₹1.67 lakh cheaper per kilogram.

Feb 22 • 04:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Emission allowances will hit owners of older houses hard. They will have to lower their prices when selling.

New emission regulations in the Czech Republic may lead to significant price reductions for older homes due to increased compliance costs for sellers.

Feb 21 • 16:34 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Saturday's electricity price offers some relief

The average electricity price on the Nord Pool exchange in Estonia for Saturday is significantly lower compared to the high prices experienced during the week.

Feb 21 • 07:20 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Suddenly, silver has increased again, but it is still ₹1.75 lakh cheaper than the high; learn about the gold rate

Silver prices have seen a resurgence recently, hitting over ₹2.44 lakh per kilogram, although it remains considerably lower than its peak.

Feb 20 • 04:10 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

McDonald's, Wendy's, and More: The Fall of Fast Food Giants

Fast food restaurants are raising prices to offset increased labor and ingredient costs, causing lower-income customers to visit less frequently.

Feb 19 • 14:06 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Russia: Expected 50% Decrease in Oil and Gas Revenues Year-on-Year in February

Russia expects its revenue from oil and gas to decrease nearly 50% in February 2025 due to a stronger ruble and lower oil prices.

Feb 19 • 12:55 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Air France-KLM records a historic net profit of 1.75 billion euros in 2025, driven by premium upgrades and lower oil prices

Air France-KLM achieved a record net profit of 1.75 billion euros in 2025, surpassing analyst expectations due to an increase in premium clients and lower fuel costs.

Feb 19 • 06:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Czechs consumed more energy last year. The influence was cooler weather and lower prices

Energy consumption in the Czech Republic increased last year, driven by cooler weather and lower energy prices.

Feb 18 • 10:12 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The global drop in sugar prices has not reached Estonian consumers

Despite a significant decline in global sugar prices, Estonian consumers are not experiencing lower prices in stores due to high European Union tariffs and local market conditions.

Feb 18 • 09:52 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Britain: Inflation falls to 3% due to decrease in fuel prices

Inflation in the United Kingdom dropped to 3% in January, attributed to lower fuel prices and a decline in various consumer costs.

Feb 18 • 07:41 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

District heating customers in Odsherred may avoid high prices

Customers of Odsherred Varme may face lower heating prices than previously expected due to the regulator's decision on pricing calculations.

Feb 17 • 10:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

If the US-China raises 'wine tariffs', wine will become cheaper in Korea

The article discusses how potential high tariffs on French wine by the U.S. could lead to lower wine prices in South Korea.

Feb 17 • 09:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

What is driving petrol prices down in Brisbane?

Brisbane's petrol prices have recently decreased due to a strong Australian dollar and lower prices in Singapore, but increases are expected soon.

Feb 17 • 05:46 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Tunisia helps to lower olive oil prices

Tunisia's olive oil production is on the rise, causing a reduction in prices, which is concerning for Italian producers facing increased imports.

Feb 16 • 23:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Washing machines, refrigerators, and cars cheaper: import boom impacting production

Argentina's shift to open trade has led to lower prices for imported goods while also causing declines in domestic industrial production and employment.

Feb 16 • 19:40 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Flood zone the 'elephant in the room' in Brisbane's house price boom

Brisbane's real estate market is booming, but homes located in flood zones are experiencing slower sales and lower prices compared to others.

Feb 16 • 19:35 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Gold: Below $5,000 per ounce

Gold prices fell below $5,000 per ounce on Monday morning due to lower trading volumes and profit-taking by investors after a recent rise.

Feb 16 • 07:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Report reveals: Fiber optic connection prices could spiral out of control

A new report indicates that only 30% of fiber optic networks in Finland are open, significantly lower than the nearly 100% openness in Sweden and Denmark, which could lead to increased costs for consumers.

Feb 15 • 18:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Silver down by ₹1.75 lakh, crashed from high, gold down by ₹37,000

The prices of gold and silver are witnessing fluctuations, with silver crashing significantly from its recent highs, currently priced lower by ₹1.75 lakh per kilo, and gold also seeing a decline of ₹36,000 per 10 grams.

Feb 15 • 04:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finns went on a real cheap trip

Finnish citizens are taking advantage of lower ticket prices for upcoming winter sports events in Italy, securing access for significant savings.

Feb 14 • 07:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

We want to reduce energy prices, European leaders agree. But not on how to do it

European leaders have agreed on the need to lower energy prices in a recent summit, yet have not detailed specific measures to achieve this goal.

Feb 13 • 20:47 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Inflation in the USA Falls More Than Expected

U.S. consumer inflation fell to 2.4% in January, lower than analysts' expectations, largely due to declining energy prices.

Feb 13 • 15:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Spot Electricity Prices Decrease Temporarily – Check Prices by the Quarter Hour

Spot electricity prices in Finland are set to decrease temporarily, with forecasts suggesting even lower prices for the following day due to expected wind energy production increases.

Feb 13 • 13:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The INE revises January inflation down by one tenth to 2.3%

Spain's National Statistics Institute has revised January's inflation rate down to 2.3%, primarily due to lower energy prices.

Feb 13 • 08:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

67% of Moviegoers Say They Don’t Go Due to High Prices… “Instead of Discounting, Ticket Prices Should Be Lowered”

A survey reveals that 67% of moviegoers surveyed in South Korea are reducing their cinema visits due to expensive ticket prices, prompting calls for theaters to lower prices instead of offering temporary discounts.

Feb 13 • 02:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The government is gathering ideas on how to reduce energy prices for industry

The Polish government is exploring legislative proposals to lower energy costs for energy-intensive industries amid ongoing discussions about tariff calculation changes.

Feb 12 • 17:23 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Mechanization of production could help lower the price of Estonian horticultural products

Estonian apple growers suggest that the mechanization of farming could help reduce prices and make local apples more competitive against imports from countries like Spain and Poland.

Feb 12 • 05:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Are Generic Drugs Cut to Create New Drugs? … It’s a Misdiagnosis

The ongoing debate surrounding the Ministry of Health and Welfare's proposal to lower the prices of generic drugs in South Korea has raised concerns about its implications for new drug development and the pharmaceutical industry.

Feb 11 • 23:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuanians Discover a New 'Gold Vein' in Poland: This Product is Being Snatched Up in Bulk – Locals Complain and Mock

Lithuanians are buying butter in bulk from Polish discount stores due to significantly lower prices compared to Lithuania.

Feb 11 • 17:39 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Economists: Inflation without major fluctuations – thanks to lower fuel prices

Economists in Latvia attribute the stability of inflation rates in January to a decrease in fuel prices, which has positively impacted the costs of consumer goods and food.

Feb 11 • 13:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The housing market will remain a buyer's market, but it will become increasingly difficult to lower prices

The Polish housing market is expected to remain favorable for buyers in 2026, with ongoing negotiations on price due to a large supply of properties, though various regulatory changes may put upward pressure on prices.

Feb 11 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

A Year in the European Energy System: Baltic Electricity Supply Has Become Safer, But Resilience Needs Strengthening

Experts discussed increasing electricity production in the Baltic states to lower consumer prices and bolster industry resilience.

Feb 11 • 09:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Silver is still ₹1.60 lakh cheaper, relief after the rise, this is the rate of gold

Silver prices have seen a significant increase, yet remain ₹1.60 lakh lower than their lifetime high, while gold rates have also risen.

Feb 11 • 04:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Decree reinstates ICMS discount for products in Amapá

The São Paulo government has reinstated tax incentives for goods sent to Free Trade Areas like Amapá, which is expected to lower prices and enhance local business competitiveness.

Feb 10 • 14:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Are purchases more expensive than in the EU? Russians are paying more for food while earning less

A recent analysis reveals that food prices in Russia are increasingly higher than in various EU countries, despite lower average earnings.

Feb 10 • 12:36 UTC

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