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Aug 2, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC
AI-generatedGerman automakers cut forecasts amid falling profits and Chinese market pressure
Major German carmakers including Volkswagen, Audi, and Mercedes-Benz have downgraded profit forecasts due to falling market share in China and broader economic strains.
Aug 2, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC
AI-generatedJapan and US reportedly launch joint intervention to support struggling yen
Japan and the US have reportedly intervened jointly in currency markets to halt the yen's drop to a 40-year low.
Aug 2, 2026, 08:00 AM UTC
AI-generatedJapan and US set to coordinate on curbing yen weakness
Japan and the US are reportedly planning joint foreign exchange measures to stabilize the weakening yen.
Aug 2, 2026, 07:30 AM UTC
AI-generatedHungary shuts down Paks nuclear power plant amid historic Danube water lows
Hungary has shut down its Paks nuclear power plant as heatwave-driven drought reduced Danube water levels needed for cooling, marking a historic full operational halt.
Aug 2, 2026, 07:00 AM UTC
AI-generatedCuba suffers new major power outage following grid failure
Five provinces in Cuba, including Havana, were hit by widespread power outages following a partial grid collapse caused by fuel shortages.
Aug 2, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC
AI-generatedVenezuela's Paraguaná refining complex operates well below capacity after decades of decline
Venezuela’s Paraguaná Refining Center is operating far below its 955,000 barrel-per-day capacity following decades of infrastructure decay and neglect.
Aug 2, 2026, 04:30 AM UTC
AI-generatedSpanish study highlights rising use of artificial sweeteners in food industry
A Spanish study examines the growing use of sugar substitutes like aspartame and sucralose as food manufacturers reformulate products.
Aug 2, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
AI-generatedGerman industry lobby warns of 'China shock 2.0' as competitive pressures mount
The Federation of German Industries warns that rising competitive pressure from China represents a 'China shock 2.0' affecting manufacturers across multiple sectors.
Aug 2, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
AI-generatedSpanish tourists spend more on accommodation than dining out as inflation rises
Rising inflation in Spain has forced tourists to spend more on accommodation than dining out as annual inflation reached 3.5 percent in July.
Aug 2, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
AI-generatedNiš residents protest proposed high-speed railway route
Residents of Pantelej in Niš gathered to protest against the proposed high-speed railway route, requesting alternative urban planning solutions.
Aug 1, 2026, 11:30 PM UTC
AI-generatedTruth Social offers high-speed API access to Trump's posts for $100,000 monthly
Truth Social is offering a high-speed "Truth API" service for $100,000 per month, giving traders instant access to market-moving posts from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Aug 1, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC
AI-generatedBig Mac index highlights global currency valuations and economic disparities
The Big Mac index serves as an informal benchmark for measuring global currency valuations and purchasing power parity across international economies.
Aug 1, 2026, 07:30 PM UTC
AI-generatedDubrovnik nautical tourism stable despite visitor complaints over rising prices
Nautical tourism in Dubrovnik matches last year's levels, but visitors increasingly complain that Croatia is becoming more expensive than rival Mediterranean spots like Greece.
Aug 1, 2026, 06:30 PM UTC
AI-generatedFerrari unveils limited-edition 12Cilindri Manuale grand tourer with manual transmission
Ferrari has introduced the limited-edition 12Cilindri Manuale, its first vehicle in over a decade to feature a manual transmission and clutch pedal.
Aug 1, 2026, 06:00 PM UTC
AI-generatedGerman economic recovery takes shape amid rising production figures
Germany's economic outlook brightens as second-quarter production beats forecasts and first-quarter growth is revised upward.
Aug 1, 2026, 06:00 PM UTC
AI-generatedChinese EV maker BYD reports third month of sales growth driven by exports
Chinese EV maker BYD posted a 21.8% year-on-year sales increase in July to 419,211 vehicles, driven by strong export demand.
Aug 1, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC
AI-generatedFord raises annual financial forecast following strong pickup truck and SUV sales
Ford Motor Company has raised its full-year profit outlook for the second time, driven by strong sales of high-margin pickup trucks and SUVs.
Aug 1, 2026, 02:30 PM UTC
AI-generatedItaly's coalition faces internal strain over defence funding and European Union recovery plan
Italy's ruling coalition faces parliamentary deadlocks over EU recovery funds and defense spending while addressing border security and Middle East deployments.
Aug 1, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC
AI-generatedUS extends operational licenses for NIS, MOL, and JANAF until August 28
The US Office of Foreign Assets Control has extended operational licenses for energy entities NIS, MOL, and JANAF through August 28.
Aug 1, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC
AI-generatedItaly's July inflation estimate faces potential upward revision due to fuel costs
Italy's preliminary July inflation figures could be revised higher after late-month fuel price increases fell outside statistical cut-off dates.