Tag #Economic Downturn

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China Cracks Down on Online Negativity Amid Economic Slowdown

China's internet regulator launched a two-month campaign to curb pessimism and negativity on social media, fueled by economic downturn, high youth unemployment (18.9% in August), and declining consumer confidence, impacting growth targets.

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China's Anti-Corruption Booze Ban Cripples Moutai Sales and Local Economy

A Chinese government anti-corruption drive, banning alcohol consumption by officials at official functions, has severely impacted Moutai liquor sales, causing distillery closures, job losses, and hindering the government's economic growth efforts.

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Decline of Plus-Size Modeling in France

The rise of Ozempic and economic downturn have caused a significant decrease in plus-size models' work in France, with some, like Sané Lou, facing a tenfold reduction in income and career changes.

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Gender Equality
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US Recession Risk: One-Third of States in or Near Recession

Leading economist Mark Zandi warns that states contributing to nearly a third of US GDP are in recession or at high risk, impacting the national economy.

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Macy's Stock: 37% Surge Masks Underlying Weakness

Despite a recent 37% stock price increase, Macy's faces challenges due to weak operating performance and high debt, as Q2 2025 results show declining revenue and net income, highlighting its vulnerability to economic downturns.

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German Auto Industry Sheds 51,500 Jobs Amidst Trade War and EV Transition Challenges

The German automotive industry lost 51,500 jobs (7 percent) in a year due to trade disputes (27.5 percent US tariff), lagging EV transition, and competition from China's subsidized EV sector; this exceeds job losses in all other sectors, while overall German industries lost 114,000 jobs and experien...

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Queensland Coalmine Closures Due to Economic Factors, Not Just Royalties

New analysis reveals that recent closures of Queensland coalmines, blamed by mining companies on the state's royalty regime, are primarily due to the mines' uneconomical nature, cyclical profitability tied to coal price fluctuations, and rising operational costs.

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GTA Housing Market Stress: A Seven-Fold Surge in Non-Performing Mortgages

The average share of non-performing mortgages in the GTA has surged seven-fold since the first quarter of 2017, reaching almost 0.42 percent in the second quarter of 2023, driven by higher borrowing costs, rising unemployment, and falling property values.

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US August Jobs Report Shows Sharp Decline, Raising Recession Fears

August's US jobs report revealed a drastic decrease of 22,000 jobs, pushing the unemployment rate to 4.3% and fueling concerns of a potential recession, driven by factors including government job cuts and decreased manufacturing.

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ConocoPhillips Announces Major Layoffs Amidst Industry Downturn

ConocoPhillips, a major oil and gas company, will lay off 20-25% of its global workforce, impacting 2,600-3,250 employees, due to rising costs and a slowing energy boom, amidst a broader trend of job cuts across various sectors.

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Dutch Car Sales Drop After 2024 EV Tax Break Surge

Following a 65 percent surge in new car sales during the last quarter of 2024 due to a tax break on electric vehicles, sales in the Dutch automotive sector fell by 17 percent in the second quarter of 2025, according to the CBS.

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Preparing Businesses for Economic Downturns

This article emphasizes the importance of proactive business strategies for navigating economic downturns, focusing on financial preparedness, consistent marketing, diversified income, and strong client relationships to ensure survival and growth.

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