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🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Bentley does not slow down. Seventh year in the plus – despite difficult times

Bentley continues to thrive in the luxury car market, reporting profits for the seventh consecutive year despite challenges such as tariffs in the US and a decline in demand in China.

Mar 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

More than 100 cars have dropped in price: which models have the biggest discounts

Due to a decline in sales and the elimination of the luxury tax, car prices have significantly decreased in Argentina this month.

Mar 19 • 16:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

BAT Hellas: Dimitris Iatridis is the new sales director for Greece

Dimitris Iatridis is appointed as the new sales director at BAT Hellas, tasked with overseeing the company's commercial strategy in the Greek market.

Mar 19 • 16:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

In this field, women earn 700 euros less than men

Women in the sales sector earn 700 euros less per month than men, according to a recent study by the Sales and Marketing Professionals (MMA).

Mar 19 • 09:48 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Rise in Fuel Prices Boosts Electric Car Sales

The increase in fuel prices has led to a significant rise in electric car sales across dealerships in France.

Mar 18 • 17:50 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Porsche presented a new SUV, announced its upcoming launches and the arrival of a hyper-personalization program

Porsche aims to double its sales in Argentina this year following tax reductions and increased importation openness.

Mar 18 • 17:31 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario Premier Ford urges B.C., Quebec to drop EV sales targets

Ontario's Premier Doug Ford has called on the provinces of British Columbia and Quebec to abandon electric vehicle sales targets, arguing that they hinder Canada's competitiveness.

Mar 18 • 15:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The war of the Chinese motor giants intensifies and Geely closes in on leader BYD in sales

Geely's annual profits exceeded analyst forecasts, as the company approaches BYD in sales, bolstered by popular new vehicle models.

Mar 18 • 11:07 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The grocery industry had sales of 280 billion kroner last year - up 5.4 percent

Norway's grocery industry saw a sales increase to 280 billion kroner in the last year, marking a rise of 5.4% compared to the previous year, primarily driven by high price growth.

Mar 18 • 08:16 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Report: The grocery industry had sales of 280 billion kroner last year - up 5.4 percent

The grocery industry in Norway reported sales of 280 billion kroner for the past year, marking a 5.4 percent increase compared to the previous year.

Mar 18 • 08:16 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Report: The grocery industry had sales of 280 billion kroner last year – up 5.4 percent

Norway's grocery industry reported a sales figure of 280 billion kroner for the previous year, reflecting a 5.4% growth from the previous year, driven largely by traditional grocery inflation.

Mar 18 • 08:11 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico, ready for a new era of shopping experiences

The article explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the shopping experience in Mexico, offering businesses unique opportunities to enhance their operations and sales.

Mar 17 • 13:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sales, flirtations, and defections: The cava families leave home

The cava industry in Penedès is experiencing upheaval as traditional family brands seek to detach from the Control Board amid commercial challenges and declining sales.

Mar 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does the Ford Territory cost in March 2026

The Ford Territory remains Argentina's best-selling SUV, maintaining steady prices for a second consecutive month despite a downturn in overall automotive registrations.

Mar 17 • 03:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

The Taylor Swift effect: US vinyl sales top $1bn for the first time since 1983

US vinyl sales reached $1.04 billion in 2025, marking a historic high, largely driven by Taylor Swift's marketing strategies.

Mar 16 • 17:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Hope for Formula 1: How Audi is fighting against the sales crisis in China

Audi is looking to reverse its declining sales in China by entering the Formula 1 racing series, amidst challenges faced by other major car manufacturers in the region.

Mar 14 • 13:14 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico could come out ahead: The country's aerospace industry expects increased sales due to the war in Iran

The Mexican aerospace industry anticipates a rise in sales driven by the increasing demand for military aircraft components resulting from the conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 14 • 02:27 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Success Despite Industry Crisis: Why Å koda Became a Star in the VW Group from 'Cinderella'

Å koda has emerged as a leading automaker, outperforming expectations and ranking second in European sales, while the more premium Porsche brand struggles.

Mar 12 • 18:23 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Pilsner Urquell sold 7.2 million hectoliters of beer in Czechia last year

Pilsner Urquell reported selling 7.2 million hectoliters of beer in Czechia during the previous year.

Mar 12 • 09:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Domestic Water Industry Sales Reach 51.6 Trillion Won, 2% of GDP... Export Competitiveness Is a Challenge

South Korea's water industry sales reached approximately 51 trillion won in 2024, accounting for about 2% of the national GDP, though export levels remained low at 2 trillion won.

Mar 12 • 05:23 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Volkswagen changes strategy and lowers the price of two of its cars by up to 9%

Volkswagen has unexpectedly announced price reductions of up to 9% on two of its car models amid a stagnant sales climate in Argentina.

Mar 11 • 19:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Arms Manufacturer: How Rheinmetall Profits from the Armament Boom

Rheinmetall has significantly increased its profits from the armament boom in Germany, with sales projected to reach 14 billion euros by 2026, propelled by substantial military contracts.

Mar 11 • 11:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall increases sales and profit, benefiting from global uncertainty

The German defense company Rheinmetall has reported an increase in both sales and profit, attributing its success to the prevailing uncertainties in the global landscape.

Mar 11 • 09:19 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Six out of ten new passenger cars in the Nordics are electric

In Norway, six out of ten new passenger cars registered in February 2024 were electric vehicles, with a total of 7,272 new cars sold, despite an overall decline of 18.7% compared to the previous year.

Mar 11 • 07:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

One of the most important electric cars may disappear from the market

The new CEO of Porsche, Michael Leiters, is faced with declining sales and is considering merging two flagship models to cut costs.

Mar 11 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Crisis at Volkswagen – Cuts of 50,000 Jobs

Volkswagen announces a major reduction of 50,000 jobs in Germany amid declining sales and increased tariffs imposed by Donald Trump.

Mar 10 • 14:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Volkswagen at a Crossroads: Declining Profits and the Race for the Future of Automotive Industry

Volkswagen faced significant challenges in 2025 with a notable decline in profits despite stable sales amid global geopolitical tensions and increasing competition.

Mar 10 • 13:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

VW to cut 50,000 jobs amid Trump tariffs and falling Chinese sales

Volkswagen plans to cut 50,000 jobs by the end of the decade due to declining sales and US tariffs.

Mar 10 • 11:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Vilvi Group's revenue increased by 11.8% this year to 52.4 million euros

Vilvi Group reported an 11.8% increase in revenue this year, reaching 52.4 million euros, with February sales alone amounting to 25.39 million euros, reflecting significant annual growth.

Mar 10 • 09:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

BYD is losing momentum in China. The electric vehicle market is slowing down, and Geely is overtaking the leader

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is experiencing a significant downturn in sales, losing ground to competitors like Geely.

Mar 10 • 04:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

France maintains its position as the second-largest arms exporter

France remains the world's second-largest arms exporter, having increased its international sales by 21% from 2021 to 2025 according to a report by SIPRI.

Mar 8 • 23:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Qatari Ministry of Commerce and Industry: Availability of Goods Continues at Various Sales Outlets

The Qatari Ministry of Commerce and Industry confirms the continued availability of goods across sales outlets in the country, ensuring sufficient supply for consumers' needs.

Mar 8 • 05:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The 'sold out' as a fictional narrative: how the music industry learned to sell success even when it didn't exist

The article discusses how the music industry manipulates the perception of success through the strategic use of 'sold out' labels, which often misrepresent actual ticket sales.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

These are the prices of all pickups in March 2026

In March 2026, major automotive manufacturers in Argentina have decided to keep the prices of all pickup models unchanged in light of a drop in sales.

Mar 6 • 19:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Suvi Teräsniska's concert tickets did not sell – A sad announcement from the artist

Singer Suvi Teräsniska announced that due to poor ticket sales, her planned concert tour will be significantly reduced.

Mar 6 • 12:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Perspective: The pimple of the automotive industry has burst – Damaging both new and used car sales in Finland

A significant tax evasion scheme involving used car dealerships in Finland has emerged, threatening the market for both new and used vehicles.

Mar 6 • 11:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A massive tax fraud scheme has been uncovered in the auto industry – one of Finland's largest chains is suspected

Finnish Customs is investigating a large tax fraud scheme in the auto industry involving one of Finland's largest car sales chains.

Mar 5 • 07:17 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Automotive industry achieves historic start in 2026: Sales grow 4.4% in the first two months of the year

The Mexican automotive industry started 2026 with its best first two months since data collection began in 2005, with new light vehicle sales growing by 4.4% compared to the same period in 2025.

Mar 4 • 20:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Andy from Andy and Lucas cancels two concerts due to insufficient ticket sales: "He is quite worried"

Andy Morales of the musical duo Andy y Lucas has canceled two concerts in Spain due to low ticket sales as he embarks on a solo career following a controversial split from the group.

Mar 4 • 11:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

It was supposed to be a rescue in tough times. Instead, the new AUDI turned out like Å koda

Audi's new brand launch in China, intended to cater to local tastes, has failed to meet sales expectations, leading to significant discounts and a downturn in demand.

Mar 2 • 14:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Fraud with EU Funds: EU Investigators Warn of Europe's 'Criminal Industry'

EU investigators are sounding the alarm over a rising trend of fraud involving EU funds, highlighting recent searches of Commission offices amid allegations of misconduct during property sales.

Mar 2 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Chronicle of Deindustrialization: Europe Buys 2.5 Million Fewer Cars Than Before the Pandemic

The European automotive industry is facing unprecedented challenges, with car sales declining by 2.5 million units compared to pre-pandemic levels, compounded by increased competition from Chinese manufacturers.

Mar 2 • 04:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Auto Industry: "The Mood Among Staff is Tense"

Mercedes is facing declining sales and profits, resulting in significant job cuts and heightened tensions among employees according to the labor council leader Ergun Lümali.

Mar 1 • 12:17 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

2.14 Lakh Cars Sold in 28 Days! This Brand's Vehicles Sold Heavily

Maruti Suzuki recorded a significant increase in sales in February 2026, selling a total of 2,13,995 vehicles, marking a 7.3% growth compared to the same month last year.

Mar 1 • 07:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Giant car manufacturer: billion-euro losses, blames electric cars

Stellantis, one of the largest car manufacturers, reported massive losses for the latter half of 2025 and blamed overly optimistic electric vehicle sales forecasts.

Feb 27 • 09:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The prices of new cars are dropping, lack of minerals in the USA, and a boom in emerging markets

New car prices in Poland are declining alongside a drop in sales, prompting manufacturers to offer significant discounts; meanwhile, a shortage of key rare minerals in the USA is affecting production.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Hip Hop, Facing Its Midlife Crisis

The end of Kendrick Lamar and SZA's global tour has left a void in the hip hop genre, which is currently experiencing low sales and creativity.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation investigates former sales representative and lawyer for alleged fraud that caused R$ 2.5 million loss to the agricultural industry

The Civil Police conducted searches and seizures to investigate a supposed scheme involving forgery, fraud, and money laundering related to the agricultural commodity industry, allegedly causing significant financial losses.

Feb 26 • 22:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EBEP: 'Disappointing End' of Winter Sales - Reasons

The Piraios Chamber of Commerce and Industry reported a disappointing outcome for winter sales in Greece, as inflation levels exceeded initial expectations despite a promising festive shopping period.

Feb 26 • 14:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish People Are Not Buying Enough Frozen Pizzas – Apetit May Close the World's Northernmost Pizza Factory in Pudasjärvi

Apetit is considering closing its frozen pizza factory in Pudasjärvi due to insufficient sales following a major investment and product relaunch.

Feb 26 • 12:14 UTC

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