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🇦🇷 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
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A Big Blow to Chinese Smartphone Companies in India, Sales Plummet

Chinese smartphone companies are facing a major setback in India, with their revenue and market share witnessing a decline for the first time in nearly a decade.

Feb 27 • 06:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Memory Crisis' Will Cause Cellphone Sales to Drop More Than Ever in History in 2026, Says Consultancy

A consultancy report predicts a historic decline in smartphone sales due to a RAM memory crisis, especially affecting low-cost Android devices.

Feb 26 • 19:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gangnam apartment prices turn downward after two years due to 'heavy taxation on multiple home sales'... expectations for a 'downward stabilization'

Apartment prices in Seoul's Gangnam area have reversed their upward trend to a decline after two years due to increased supply from sellers responding to the expiration of heavy taxation on multiple home sales.

Feb 26 • 07:58 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Researcher says lack of updates to tobacco laws in NT 'befuddling'

A researcher highlights a sharp decline in legal tobacco sales in the Northern Territory, attributing it to an increase in illegal tobacco sales rather than a decrease in smoking rates.

Feb 26 • 05:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Manchester United's transformation plan generates quarterly profit, despite revenue decline

Manchester United reported a quarterly profit driven by cost-cutting measures, despite a drop in sponsorship revenue and ticket sales due to their absence from European competitions.

Feb 25 • 14:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Managers sold shares, but oil has not flowed. Inspectors are investigating MOL

Czech inspectors are examining MOL following reports of share sales by managers amidst a decline in oil production.

Feb 25 • 09:50 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Mercado Libre presented results below expectations: its stock fell more than 5% in after-market trading

Mercado Libre's quarterly earnings were disappointing, leading to over a 5% decline in its stock price in after-market trading despite record sales.

Feb 24 • 23:10 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘We need market certainty’: Just 269 new homes sold in Toronto region last month

Toronto region reported only 269 new home sales last month, a significant decline from the previous year and the ten-year average.

Feb 24 • 15:41 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
🇬🇷 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
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Air Liquide Records a Record Profit of 3.5 Billion Euros, Up 6.4%

Air Liquide has reported a record net profit of 3.5 billion euros for 2024, an increase of 6.4%, despite a slight decline in sales attributed to currency effects.

Feb 20 • 06:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Harju Elekter to pay a significantly higher dividend this year

Harju Elekter announced a substantial increase in dividends due to a growth in gross profit and EBITDA, despite a slight decline in sales revenue compared to the previous year.

Feb 19 • 08:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Alcoholic Beverages in Decline

People, particularly Generation Z, are drinking less alcohol, with sales of beer in Brazil decreasing by 6.5% to 7% in 2025 compared to the previous year.

Feb 19 • 02:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

From Jack Daniel's to Budweiser and Harley Davidson: Corporate USA Retreats from Green Constraints

US corporations are retracting from supporting green initiatives as backlash from conservative groups impacts sales and brand image.

Feb 18 • 05:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Sales Down, Stores Disappearing. What’s Next for Carrefour in Poland?

Carrefour is experiencing declining sales in Poland and closing stores as it struggles to compete in a challenging market.

Feb 17 • 18:07 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Art dealers shift focus to Gulf buyers amid global sales slump

Art dealers are turning their attention to wealthy Gulf buyers as global art sales decline in 2024.

Feb 17 • 15:30 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
🇫🇮 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
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Gold and silver prices plummet in minutes!

Gold and silver prices experienced a rapid decline, with drops of up to 10% this Thursday due to the strength of the dollar and significant profit-taking sales.

Feb 12 • 22:34 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Arca Continental's profit drops 11.5% in Q4 2025 due to extraordinary expenses and lower volume

Arca Continental reported an 11.5% decline in net profit in Q4 2025, primarily due to extraordinary expenses and reduced sales volumes.

Feb 12 • 19:46 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The largest monthly decline in home sales in America since 2022

Home sales in the United States saw their biggest monthly drop since February 2022, reflecting a fragile recovery in the housing market amid ongoing consumer confidence issues and rising prices.

Feb 12 • 18:20 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Significant Deficit for Two Consecutive Years: Nissan Management States 'Within Expectations' and Looming Risks of Shrinkage Balance

Nissan Motor Co. faces a significant net loss of 650 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2026, marking its second consecutive year of losses, as management indicates this was expected while also acknowledging the risks of a continued decline in vehicle sales.

Feb 12 • 12:08 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Decline of 45 Percent: Mercedes' Profit Drops by Almost Half

Mercedes reported a 45 percent decline in its profit primarily due to decreased car sales in China, prompting CEO Ola Källenius to focus on a product offensive.

Feb 12 • 06:48 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
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is the price of the Volkswagen Amarok in February 2026

The Volkswagen Amarok has maintained stable prices in February 2026, showing a significant increase in sales compared to December 2025, despite a year-over-year decline.

Feb 12 • 03:01 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
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US poet laureate of style Ralph Lauren opens New York fashion week

Legendary designer Ralph Lauren, at 86, reignites interest in American fashion at New York Fashion Week after a sales decline, appealing to a new generation longing for classic American style.

Feb 11 • 16:06 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Breweries in Germany are suffering, young people drink less beer

The German beer market has experienced a significant decline in sales, particularly among younger consumers, leading to challenges for local breweries.

Feb 11 • 15:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heineken announces cut of up to 6,000 jobs after decline in beer sales

Heineken will cut up to 6,000 jobs globally due to declining beer sales and lower profit growth expectations.

Feb 11 • 10:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Heineken will cut up to 6,000 jobs due to falling beer sales

Heineken announced it will reduce its workforce by up to 6,000 jobs in response to a significant decline in beer sales driven by changing consumption habits.

Feb 11 • 07:54 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

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.

Feb 11 • 03:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Petrobras fuel sales grow in 2025 with support from imports

Petrobras has increased fuel sales in Brazil in 2025 compared to the previous year, aided by a rise in imports despite a decline in domestic production.

Feb 11 • 00:44 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The third disastrous year for French wine exporters. Will Mercosur save them?

French wine exporters face a challenging third consecutive year of sales decline, with a significant drop in export values and volumes anticipated in 2025.

Feb 10 • 13:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kering: Decrease in Sales, but Expectations for Return to Growth in 2026 - Gucci Under Pressure

Kering anticipates a return to growth despite recording another quarter of declining sales, primarily due to challenges faced by its flagship brand, Gucci.

Feb 10 • 09:57 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Honda's net profit down 42% to 465.4 billion yen due to U.S. tariffs and poor EV performance

Honda's net profit dropped by 42.2% to 465.4 billion yen for the fiscal period ending in December 2025, largely attributed to increased U.S. tariffs and disappointing electric vehicle sales.

Feb 10 • 09:54 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

How much does the Peugeot 208 cost in February 2026

The Peugeot 208 secured a prominent position in the Argentine automotive market at the beginning of 2026, ranking third in total registrations despite experiencing a significant year-over-year decline.

Feb 9 • 15:57 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
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Export saved Saku Brewery from production volume decline

Saku Brewery maintained its sales volume from the previous year, thanks to increased exports, despite a 4% decline in the domestic market.

Feb 9 • 10:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

More Signs of Recovery: Retail Accelerates Growth

Retail sales and revenue have been increasing since September, although employment in the sector continues to decline, according to the Finnish Commerce Federation.

Feb 9 • 08:29 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The rise in sales of electric motorcycles in Guayaquil is halted by controls and retention of these vehicles in the city

Sales of electric motorcycles in Guayaquil have decreased recently due to city controls and the retention of these vehicles.

Feb 8 • 13:55 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Trying to Step on the Japanese Train’... The Reason for Starting Mobile Sales of Lotto After 22 Years

The South Korean government is launching mobile sales for the 'Lotto 6/45' lottery to attract younger buyers and prevent a decline in sales similar to that seen in Japan.

Feb 8 • 05:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The fall of BYD in the stock market goes too far

The decline of BYD's stock, impacted by poor sales and rising competition in the Chinese electric vehicle market, is seen as exaggerated by investors.

Feb 8 • 04:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Electric companies abandon energy trading in Brazil due to increased risks and generator retraction

Electric companies in Brazil are withdrawing from energy trading due to rising risks related to credit and price volatility, compounded by a decline in energy sales from generators that has reduced liquidity for many traders.

Feb 6 • 18:52 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
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Sales Plummet by 88%, Tesla Struggles in the Largest EV Market

Tesla has seen a staggering 88% drop in sales in Norway, previously regarded as its strongest market, raising concerns about its weakening presence in Europe amid a surge of electric vehicles.

Feb 6 • 12:46 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Behind the debate opened by Caputo, clothing sales are being transformed with outlets, Shein stores, import warehouses, and used clothing bales

The ongoing debate about clothing prices in Argentina highlights the significant transformation in clothing sales amidst increased competition and a more than 6% decline in demand, akin to levels seen during the pandemic.

Feb 6 • 11:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Economic Uncertainty Begins to Be Felt in Practice: Valmet Expects Growth to Halt

Valmet, a supplier for pulp and paper mills, reports a decline in new order value and anticipates this year's sales to remain at last year's level due to economic uncertainty.

Feb 6 • 07:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

‘Hoka Incident’ and CEO Risk… Performance Decline Blamed on Controversial Management

A CEO of Joyworks & Co., the domestic online sales agent of HOKA shoes, is facing backlash and a performance decline following an incident of physical assault against an employee, leading to a nationwide boycott and the company's disassociation from HOKA's parent company.

Feb 6 • 00:15 UTC

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