AI Causes a 'Tsunami' in Electronics. Smartphone Prices Hit Record Highs, Sales Expected to Drop
A report from International Data Corporation indicates that a deepening memory component shortage will lead to smartphone manufacturers facing bankruptcy and record-high prices this year.
The blind automotive sector: the government dismantled the data and statistics system of the market
Argentina's automotive sector is facing uncertainty as the government has dismantled its data and statistics system, disrupting access to real-time sales information.
Less payment data, yet much more data. Developers are preparing for a new EET
Czech developers are gearing up for a new Electronic Evidence of Sales (EET) system that requires less payment data but provides more comprehensive analytics.
Can the State Revenue Service collect data about you without initiating an audit? The Supreme Court ruling will not please tax inspectors
The Supreme Court of Latvia questions the authority of the State Revenue Service (VID) to gather data about individuals without formally starting an audit, in a case involving undeclared income from puppy sales.
Gold and silver rise with decline in US Treasury yields
Gold and silver prices increased following a drop in US Treasury yields after retail sales data indicated a slowdown in the economy.
Pressures on Wall Street from weak retail sales and fears about artificial intelligence
Wall Street faced pressure today as investors reacted to weaker-than-expected retail sales data and concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on the financial sector.
Wall Street opens with gains amid employment and consumption data in the US: How does it operate TODAY?
Major New York stock indices show modest gains as traders monitor upcoming employment data and digest recent below-expectations retail sales figures in the US.
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.
Food prices rise faster than people's incomes
Recent sales data indicate that food prices are increasing at a rate outpacing the growth of people's incomes, leading to a cooling off in the market by the end of 2025.
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.
Electric Vehicle Power Sales, Direct Purchase of Renewable Energy... 'Distributed Energy' Experiment Intensifies
The government is improving regulations to allow electric vehicle batteries to sell and buy electricity, facilitating direct power purchase agreements for local data centers with renewable energy providers.
Cell Phones and School Vacations Boost Trade in January, Says Itaú
Sales volume in the Brazilian retail sector grew by 16.1% in January compared to the same period last year, driven by school vacations and strong consumer demand according to data from Itaú Unibanco.
Sales of electric and plug-in hybrid cars soar nearly 50% in January
Sales of electric and plug-in hybrid cars surged nearly 50% in January, according to industry data, indicating a positive trend despite overall sales being only slightly higher compared to January 2025.
Automation Becomes the Main Currency of Business: Those Who Step First Will Win
Businesses in Lithuania are compelled to adopt smart cash registers that automatically transmit sales data to tax authorities, highlighting the necessity for broader process automation to enhance competitiveness.
America's favorite hot sauces ranked — Instacart reveals the top picks
Instacart has published a ranking of America's most popular hot sauces based on sales data from the past year.
Germans have chosen: These are the most popular electric cars in 2025, see how the Chinese stand
Electric vehicles are gaining popularity again after the 2024 subsidy shock, with over half a million new electric cars sold in Germany in 2025, representing almost 19.1% of all new cars.
Heating Oil: Is it Worth Buying Now? – What the Data Shows
Heating oil sales increased by 7% in December due to falling prices and worsening weather conditions, prompting consumers to stock up.
BYD Surpasses Tesla to Become the World's Largest Seller of Electric Vehicles
Chinese automaker BYD has officially overtaken Tesla to become the world's largest seller of electric vehicles, according to sales data for 2025 released by both companies this week.