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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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中国正利用延长春节假期吸引国际游客增加消费，以摆脱近期经济放缓并转向消费驱动增长。九个中央政府部门罕见联合发起倡议，将假期转变为‘联结区域、全民参与的消费盛宴’。地方政府被鼓励发布多语种指南，帮助游客体验中国文化遗产和节日传统。
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.