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Working for the Refrigerator: Russians Spend More on Food

By withut-me 07.09.2026 3 views
TL;DR AI-generated Russians are spending more on food as non-food expenditures decrease. This trend is evident in rising food spending shares at shopping centers and among city dwellers, while demand in areas like beauty, health, and electronics is declining.
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Companies & Markets Global Economy Finance & Stock Market

Turkey Raises Inflation Forecast to 28.4 Percent: Middle East War Drives Outlook

By withut-me 07.09.2026 5 views
TL;DR AI-generated Turkey has raised its inflation forecast for the end of the year to 28.4%. The Middle East war is cited as the main reason for the adjustment, with estimated impacts of around seven percentage points on inflation.
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Companies & Markets Finance & Stock Market Laws & Rights

Iran, the War, and Sanctions: 366 Square Meters, Five Bedrooms, a Dubious Banker

By withut-me 06.09.2026 6 views
TL;DR AI-generated Two luxury apartments in London, allegedly owned by Mojtaba Khamenei through a straw man, are being auctioned due to missed mortgage payments. The straw man, Ali Ansari, was sanctioned for misusing Iranian public funds and financing the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.
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Companies & Markets Finance & Stock Market Transport Policy

Turkey to privatize two Bosphorus bridges and highways for 30 years

By withut-me 06.09.2026 6 views
TL;DR AI-generated Turkey plans to privatize the two Bosphorus bridges and eight highways for 30 years, with ownership remaining with the state. The awarding of operating rights is expected to be completed by the end of 2031.
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Companies & Markets Global Economy Finance & Stock Market

US Record Debt of 40 Trillion Dollars Worries Economists

By withut-me 05.09.2026 9 views
TL;DR AI-generated US national debt has surpassed 40 trillion dollars, with interest payments now exceeding defense spending. Economists warn this comes at the expense of future investments, though an immediate default is unlikely.
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Local Politics Housing & Urban Development Transport Policy

Hammer of the Week from Ettlingen

By withut-me 05.09.2026 7 views
TL;DR AI-generated A new bike path in Ettlingen features lights that cannot be switched on due to a lack of permits and environmental concerns. Responsibility for activating the lighting remains unclear.
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Companies & Markets Finance & Stock Market

Economy - Deka Chief Economist Kater Calls for Change in Fiscal Policy

By withut-me 05.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated Deka Chief Economist Kater views rising government bond yields as a warning signal for fiscal policy. However, he does not expect a global financial crisis, as established currencies offer repayment options.
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Foreign Policy Finance & Stock Market

EU Custodian for Russian Assets: Chance to End Blockade

By withut-me 05.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated Several EU states are pushing to use frozen Russian assets totaling 210 billion euros for Ukraine. Belgium, currently holding these funds, fears lawsuits and risks. A new proposal suggests transferring the assets to an EU-owned custodian to minimize Belgium's liability.
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Parliament & Legislation Government Finance & Stock Market

Dispute over penalty-free early retirement: Take from civil servants, give to early retirees?

By withut-me 05.09.2026 9 views
TL;DR AI-generated The German federal government plans to abolish penalty-free early retirement for those with long insurance records, facing opposition from eight state premiers. The measure costs the pension insurance around 400 million euros annually, with savings only materializing after five years due to transition periods.
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