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Greece's construction sector saw a sharp decline in 2025 due to new regulations that eliminated building bonuses, resulting in a 20.6% decrease in authorized housing unit permits.

Germany has tightened its asylum regulations while also easing access to the labor market for asylum seekers.

The Bundestag has approved stricter asylum regulations alongside easier access to the labor market for asylum seekers, aligning with a 2024 EU reform.

The Bundestag has approved stricter asylum regulations and eased labor market access for asylum seekers in Germany.

The Italian Council of Ministers has approved a legislative decree to reform the sanctioning system of the Consolidated Financial Intermediation Act (TUF), aiming to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in financial market regulations.

The market for fully furnished apartments is booming, allowing landlords to earn high rents while posing challenges for tenants facing steep prices amid proposed stricter regulations.

Cuiabá's traditional Feira do Praeirinho can now legally sell fish after a new decree was published, setting health and safety standards for vendors.

New regulations in Poland propose mandatory mediation in construction disputes, but experts question their efficacy in aiding smaller market players.

Poland has enacted a set of regulations known as 'Lex Huawei,' aimed at enhancing cybersecurity while allowing the state to exclude high-risk suppliers from the telecommunications and IT market.

The amount of new loans from loan shark companies has surged to a 3.5-year high, indicating a growing trend of middle-to-low credit individuals turning to such lenders due to stricter regulations by the government.

President Yoon criticized claims that tightening regulations on multiple homeowners would increase rental prices, calling it a 'miracle logic'.

New regulations in Poland aim to enhance the psychological service market by introducing stricter guidelines and regulations for practitioners.

The Swedish government has raised the mortgage cap from 85% to 90%, which lowers the required down payment for homebuyers but may also lead to increased housing prices.

In 2023, nearly half of first-time homebuyers in Seoul were in their 30s, driven by rising home prices and fears of missing out on opportunities amid tightening lending regulations.

Poland's new regulations have made real estate transaction prices publicly accessible through the National Real Estate Price Register (RCN), which has elicited mixed reactions from various stakeholders.

Experts discuss the potential regulatory challenges facing small pharmacies in Poland, highlighting underlying issues in the pharmacy market.

The Federal Reserve is set to relax capital requirements for US banks to encourage more mortgage lending amid concerns about credit moving out of the banking system.

In January, the Inter-Service Market Control Unit (DIMEA) fined 24 businesses a total of €26,500 during nationwide inspections for compliance with product market legislation.

An employee of Mizuho Securities is under investigation by the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission for suspected involvement in insider trading related to non-public information.

The ERGANI II information system promises to reduce bureaucracy and simplify job announcements in Greece, coming into full effect on February 16.

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.

Alanya Market in Itäkeskus, managed by Armina Oy, has been fined €20,000 by the city of Helsinki due to inadequate product labeling.

China has implemented stricter gold trading regulations in Shenzhen to mitigate market risks and protect consumer rights following recent volatility in gold prices.

New mortgage regulations in Sweden will make it easier to borrow for home purchases but complicate the process for extending existing loans.

Gabriel Galípolo, the president of the Central Bank of Brazil, announced new measures to enhance market supervision and improve the regulations of the Credit Guarantee Fund (FGC) following issues with Banco Master.

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.

A proposed law in Poland could significantly hinder new tourism investments, raising concerns over its impact on the real estate market and tourist attractiveness in resort areas.

A market in the center of Juiz de Fora has been closed by the city hall for obstructing public pathways with products displayed on the sidewalk, incurring fines surpassing R$ 70,000.

The Spanish Agency of Medicines and Health Products has ordered Alkimia to withdraw several of its tattoo and permanent makeup inks from the market for non-compliance with EU regulations.

MARKET IN refuses to accept a fine imposed by DIMEA, asserting compliance with gross profit margin regulations after inspections revealed no issues with the majority of their products.

Since the implementation of the '6·27 measures' limiting housing loans in the metropolitan area, over 2 trillion won has been utilized for home purchases in Seoul from the proceeds of selling stocks and bonds.

Producers of yerba mate in Misiones, Argentina, are urging government intervention to restore regulations that protect their industry from economic decline.

The German government is proposing stricter regulations for landlords to provide financial relief to tenants in response to the rising difficulties in finding affordable housing.

Germany's Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig proposes stronger regulations on indexed rents to protect tenants, as outlined in a new bill released by the SPD-led ministry.

Bundesjustizministerin Stefanie Hubig plans to implement stricter regulations on renting furnished and short-term apartments in Germany.

The article discusses the implications of Donald Trump's return to power in the U.S., suggesting that it could lead to a booming cryptocurrency market due to his favorable stance towards crypto regulations.

This article explains insider trading in the context of Japanese law, focusing on its definition, regulation, and common scenarios where it occurs.

Nutricia has informed VMVT about the decision to withdraw certain batches of milk mixtures from the market as a precautionary measure due to new safety regulations regarding toxin levels in infant formulas.

The Jokkmokk market features 424 stalls this year, showcasing a diverse array of products, but vendors face challenges from regulations, the pandemic, and competition from online commerce.

Soybean prices surged in Chicago due to increased Chinese purchases of U.S. soy and new regulations on biofuels, reaching levels not seen since last December.

The EU is thinking about loosening regulations in its emissions trading scheme, highlighting that the market mechanisms have failed to address climate change effectively.

An arbitration proceeding initiated by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes in 2024 focuses on claims of investor discrimination related to pharmacy market regulations in Poland.

Guillermo Michel, a deputy of Unión por la Patria, cautioned that new European regulations could jeopardize Argentina's biodiesel market and adversely impact local industries.

New regulations aimed at curbing the construction of pseudo-hotels may have unintended consequences for legitimate investors in the condohotel market.

The Government is set to approve a royal decree law with new regulations to intervene in rental agreements, including incentives to freeze prices and increased penalties for fraud.

Deutsche Telekom claims to be a leader in fiber optic expansion, while competitors accuse it of creating distorted market conditions, prompting the Federal Network Agency to consider stricter regulations.

Giuliano Tavaroli discusses the ancient market of information, highlighting breaches of rules regarding Gian Gaetano Bellavia's secret archive.

The article discusses potential government restrictions on short-term apartment rentals and their impact on investors and market dynamics.

The year 2026 is expected to introduce significant events and new regulations that will impact the energy market, according to leaders from major Polish energy companies.

Saudi Arabia's Capital Market Authority has announced that all categories of foreign investors will be allowed to invest directly in its financial market starting from February 1, 2024.