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🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Atlanta bets on its film future amid industry slowdown

Atlanta continues to invest in its film industry amid a slowdown, emphasizing local production as a means to sustain economic growth and support local creatives.

Mar 12 • 16:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The main economic institutes in Germany foresee a slight slowdown of the economy due to the war in Iran

Germany's main economic institutes predict a modest slowdown in the economy as a consequence of the ongoing war in Iran, potentially reducing GDP growth by up to four-tenths if the conflict persists.

Mar 12 • 16:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

National Bank: "Brakes" on growth if the war in the Middle East continues

The National Bank warns of a slowdown in Greece's economic growth to 2% this year due to the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Mar 12 • 15:06 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

War Threatens Interest Rate Reductions – What Central Banks Are Considering

The escalating tensions in the Middle East are affecting global interest rate expectations as central banks face a dilemma between rising inflation and economic slowdown.

Mar 12 • 14:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

After more than a year of growth, construction slowed down in January

Czech construction activity experienced a slowdown in January after over a year of consistent growth.

Mar 12 • 09:22 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Czech Industry Slowed Down to 2.8 Percent in January, Growth for a Year in a Row

In January, Czech industrial production grew by 2.8%, a slowdown from December's revised 4.9%.

Mar 12 • 08:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Reuters: Russia plans to cut 10% in all 'non-sensitive' expenditures in the 2026 budget

The Russian government is planning a potential 10% cut in all 'non-sensitive' budget expenditures, depending on oil price sustainability.

Mar 11 • 15:23 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Impact of Iran-Israel War: Booking of Luxury Homes in Mumbai Has Stopped

The ongoing war between the US, Israel, and Iran has caused a slowdown in Mumbai's real estate market, with many buyers adopting a 'wait-and-watch' approach.

Mar 11 • 09:28 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Kazaks: The Greatest Concern is the Impact of the Iran War on Food Prices

Kazaks emphasizes the potential rise in food prices due to the Iran conflict, alongside a slowdown in economic activity.

Mar 11 • 05:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The number of vacant offices is quickly decreasing due to weak construction. Rents will rise.

Vacant office spaces in Czechia are rapidly diminishing due to a slowdown in construction, leading to predictions of rising rental prices.

Mar 10 • 21:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Iran has launched over 200 missiles against Israel in the ongoing war, observed 'slowdown'

Iran has launched over 200 ballistic missiles at Israel since the beginning of the war, with a steady decline in the rate of fire observed.

Mar 10 • 19:28 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

BAD INDICATORS: Expert: The labor market awaits bad news

An expert suggests that Estonia's labor market is facing negative developments as job vacancies decline significantly and no clear recovery plan is in sight.

Mar 10 • 07:11 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China-US trade relations may reach a ‘tactical truce’, slowing down economic decoupling

China and the US may be approaching a 'tactical truce' in trade relations, leading to a slowdown in economic decoupling, according to a recent survey by AmCham South China.

Mar 9 • 20:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The "Triple Decline" Caused by the Surge in Crude Oil: Fears of Simultaneous Economic Stagnation and Rising Prices

Japan's stock market faces significant declines due to surging crude oil prices and rising inflation, raising concerns of stagflation alongside an economic slowdown.

Mar 9 • 11:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The real estate market in Vilnius slowed down in February, but residents' choice is clear – apartments in this neighborhood are being snapped up

In February, the real estate market in Vilnius experienced a slowdown, yet demand for apartments in specific neighborhoods remains strong, with ongoing construction developments.

Mar 9 • 05:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Chinese engine loses power

China's economic slowdown has become a continuous factor affecting global growth projections, with new targets indicating potential declines.

Mar 9 • 01:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

January Real Wages Increase by 1.4%, First Positive Growth in 13 Months, Inflation Slows Down

In January, Japan's real wages rose by 1.4%, marking the first positive growth in 13 months due to a slowdown in inflation.

Mar 8 • 23:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pile-up leaves injured and causes slowdown on the Rodovia dos Bandeirantes in Jundiaí

A six-vehicle pile-up on the Rodovia dos Bandeirantes in Jundiaí resulted in six injuries and significant traffic delays.

Mar 6 • 14:49 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The average salary in Estonia increased by 5.6 percent in a year

In 2025, Estonia's average salary rose by 5.6% to €2,092, with notable salary increases across regions but a slowdown in growth compared to previous years.

Mar 5 • 06:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

China sets lowest GDP growth target for decades as it braces for economic slowdown

China has set its GDP growth target for 2026 at a record low of 4.5-5%, signaling a strategic shift in its economic model.

Mar 5 • 03:18 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

China's Defense Budget Increases by 7.0% to 1.9 Trillion Yen: Attention on High Growth Rate

China's defense budget for 2026 is set to increase by 7.0%, totaling approximately 43 trillion yen, amid a slowdown in national GDP growth.

Mar 5 • 00:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

Combat Developments (Day 1469): Ukrainians Made the Most Progress on the Front in February for Two Years, but It Might Just Be an Anomaly

February marked the best month for Ukraine in terms of territorial gains on the front since the conflict began, although predictions suggest a slowdown in March.

Mar 4 • 13:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Tourism Slows Down in January with Only 1.2% Growth Due to Decrease in Arrivals from France and Germany

January saw a slowdown in tourism in Spain, with only a 1.2% increase in foreign arrivals compared to previous years due to significant drops in visitors from France and Germany.

Mar 4 • 09:36 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

20.1 thousand real estate transactions registered in two months: what Lithuanians bought

In the first two months of the year, Lithuania registered 20.1 thousand real estate transactions, although a slowdown was observed in February.

Mar 4 • 08:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian economy slows down in 2025; GDP records lowest result since the pandemic

The Brazilian economy experienced a slowdown in 2025, with a GDP growth of only 2.3%, the lowest since the pandemic, although agriculture saw significant productivity gains and a record crop.

Mar 4 • 01:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Agriculture, oil, and minerals prevented a lower GDP in 2025, but this story goes back a long way

Brazil's GDP increased by 2.3% in 2025, thanks mainly to agriculture, oil, and mining, despite a slowdown in economic growth compared to previous years.

Mar 3 • 19:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil's GDP: how the war in Iran could impact the economy in an election year?

Brazil's economy grew by 2.3% in 2025, marking a slowdown from the previous year's 3.4% growth and raising concerns regarding the influence of international conflicts on local economic conditions, especially in an election year.

Mar 3 • 15:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Latvian Productivity Report Highlights the Risk of Falling into a Productivity Trap

A report from the University of Latvia indicates that Latvia is at risk of falling into a productivity trap due to a slowdown in productivity convergence with EU averages.

Mar 3 • 14:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Peak Greggs’? Bakery chain’s profits slump and sales slow

Greggs reports a significant drop in profits and a slowdown in sales as it navigates challenging market conditions affecting consumer spending in the UK.

Mar 3 • 09:20 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Surge in marine fuel prices in Fujairah threatens demand shift

Marine fuel prices in Fujairah, UAE, have surged due to a slowdown in supply caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran, raising concerns about a shift in demand to alternative ports like Singapore.

Mar 3 • 08:53 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Scream Returns and Soars to the Top

The horror film 'Scream 7' debuted at the top of the box office in Italy, despite a general slowdown in earnings due to the Sanremo weekend distraction.

Mar 3 • 05:01 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

At the Border of Burkina Faso, the Slowdown of Trade Weighs on Ivorian Traders

The slowdown of trade at the Burkina Faso border is significantly impacting Ivorian traders and farmers, leading to decreased productivity and lower prices for goods.

Mar 2 • 23:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Electrical failure causes slowdown and crowding on line 7-ruby in SP

An electrical failure has led to delays and overcrowding on São Paulo's Line 7-Ruby trains, affecting service between Palmeiras-Barra Funda and Jundiaí.

Mar 2 • 22:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Ukraine War Latest: Ukraine captured more territory than it lost to Russia over February 2026, Syrskyi says

Ukrainian forces outpaced Russian territorial gains for February 2026, as reported by Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, amidst a noted slowdown in Russian offensive operations.

Mar 2 • 19:44 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

European Commission concerned over slowdown in Ukraine's reforms, but says there is still time to catch up

The European Commission expressed concern regarding a potential slowdown of reforms in Ukraine necessary for EU membership, while emphasizing that there is still time to make progress.

Feb 27 • 16:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Growing industries and sectors under pressure from an HR perspective

The article discusses various industries in Poland that are experiencing growth in recruitment, such as energy and defense, while also highlighting sectors like retail and automotive that are under pressure and have seen a slowdown in recruitment.

Feb 27 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck with oversized load blocks Dutra highway and causes 19 km of slowdown

An oversized load blocked the Dutra highway in Brazil, causing a traffic slowdown of 19 kilometers.

Feb 26 • 19:13 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: Why Analysts Cut the Target Price of Jumbo

HSBC has lowered its target price for Jumbo's stock from €37.5 to €32.5, citing a slowdown in Romania but maintains a 'buy' recommendation.

Feb 25 • 04:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Despite ups and downs, economic activity grew 4.4% in 2025

Argentina's economic activity expanded by 4.4% in 2025, despite a slowdown in various sectors towards the end of the year.

Feb 24 • 19:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Economic slowdown in 2025 compromises ICMS and worsens the scenario of tax reform

The economic slowdown projected for 2025 is expected to significantly impact ICMS revenues and complicate the fiscal scenario for states ahead of an impending tax reform in Brazil.

Feb 24 • 19:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck loaded with mortar overturns and causes slowdown on Raposo Tavares in São Roque

A truck carrying 200 bags of mortar overturned on the Raposo Tavares Highway in São Roque, Brazil, causing traffic delays.

Feb 24 • 12:25 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Political Polls: The League is Growing Again, Vannacci Slows Down

A recent political poll indicates that Italy's League party is gaining ground, while Roberto Vannacci's movement is experiencing a slowdown.

Feb 24 • 09:02 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The rise in apartment prices is expected to slow down according to experts - the economy is weak and the number of young people is declining

Experts predict a slowdown in the rise of apartment prices in Slovakia due to a weak economy and a declining population of young people.

Feb 23 • 08:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Restaurants and cafes are closing down one after another in Russia

As the war in Ukraine continues, Russia sees a rapid decline in restaurant and cafe closures, indicating a significant economic slowdown.

Feb 23 • 05:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major UK construction firm collapses into administration – 47 years in business

FK Construction, a major construction firm in the UK, has collapsed into administration after 47 years in business due to a slowdown in the building sector.

Feb 22 • 11:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Bank of Italy: "The US is paying the highest price"

The governor of the Bank of Italy, Fabio Panetta, highlighted that despite the US imposing tariffs, international trade has continued to grow, contradicting the expected slowdown from protectionist policies.

Feb 22 • 05:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
World

U.S. Economic Growth Slowed Down Significantly in the Fourth Quarter, Main Culprit Was the Shutdown

U.S. economic growth faced a significant slowdown in the fourth quarter, attributed to government shutdown impacts.

Feb 21 • 08:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A slowdown in the economy raises alarms in the U.S. and adds pressure on Trump ahead of crucial elections

A slowing economy in the U.S. is raising concerns and intensifying pressure on Trump as he prepares for critical elections.

Feb 20 • 19:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The growth of the US economy significantly slowed in the fourth quarter

The article discusses a notable slowdown in the growth of the US economy during the fourth quarter.

Feb 20 • 14:31 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

The U.S. economy just slowed far more than economists expected

The U.S. economy experienced a significant slowdown in growth in the fourth quarter, growing at a rate of 1.4% instead of the anticipated 3.0%, due to a combination of factors including a government shutdown and reduced consumer spending.

Feb 20 • 14:15 UTC

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