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Toy sales for Epiphany Kings grew 0.9% in 2026
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Toy and game sales for Epiphany Day in Argentina rose 0.9% in units compared to 2025, driven by promotions and stable prices, according to the Argentine Toy Industry Chamber (CAIJ). This marks the second consecutive year of slight increases amid a challenging consumption environment. Toys accounted for over 80% of gifts for children under 6 years old.
In 2025, Colombia's cultural sector grew nearly 30%, driven by concerts and massive events. Tourism also shone with over 6 million international visitors. This trend reflects a shift in consumer priorities toward memorable experiences.
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중국은 최근 경제 둔화를 극복하고 소비 주도 성장으로 전환하기 위해 연장된 설날 연휴를 활용해 국제 관광객의 지출을 늘리려 한다. 중앙 9개 정부 부처의 드문 공동 이니셔티브로 베이징은 일요일 시작해 2월 23일까지 이어지는 연휴를 “지역을 연결하고 모두가 참여하는 소비 잔치”로 바꾸겠다는 계획을 발표했다. 지방 정부들은 설날 민속을 소개하는 다국어 가이드를 배포하도록 장려받아 관광객들이 중국의 문화 유산과 명절 전통을 체험할 수 있도록 돕는다.
The National Electric Energy Agency (Aneel) announced that the tariff flag for January 2026 will be green, with no extra costs on electricity bills for Brazilian consumers. This follows eight months of yellow and red flags, due to maintained rainfall and hydroelectric reservoir levels in November and December. The last green flag was applied in April 2025.
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Starting January 1, 2026, gasoline and diesel prices in Mexico will increase due to the annual update of the Special Tax on Production and Services (IEPS), as announced by the Secretariat of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP). This adjustment is based on the National Consumer Price Index (INPC) for November 2025, which stood at 142.645 points.
A new report from CAN shows that Swedes' alcohol consumption has decreased by 6.5 percent over five years. At the same time, purchases at the state monopoly Systembolaget have increased. Fewer Swedes buy alcohol abroad, partly due to the pandemic and changed habits.