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Tata Motors warns of near-term cost pressures despite surge in quarterly profit

Tata Motors has warned of near-term cost pressures driven by global economic uncertainty, even as the company reported a sharp increase in quarterly profit supported by strong vehicle demand and improved domestic sales. The Indian automaker posted a nearly 70% rise in profit for the fourth quarter ending......

Spanish meat exports decline as global demand shifts sharply

Spanish exports of meat and processed meat products fell by 13 percent during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting weaker international demand and major changes across key export markets. Data from Spain’s agricultural export monitoring system showed total overseas shipments reached 393,585 tonnes......

Hyundai Motor India beats profit forecast on strong SUV demand

Hyundai Motor India reported better-than-expected quarterly performance, supported by strong demand for sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in both domestic and export markets, even as overall profits declined year-on-year. The Indian subsidiary of South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Company posted a consolidated......

Titan misses profit expectations despite strong jewellery demand in India

Indian jewellery giant Titan Company Limited reported quarterly earnings below market expectations as rising operational costs and higher gold prices weighed on profitability despite continued consumer demand. The company, which owns well-known jewellery brands such as Tanishq and CaratLane, announced......

Samsung crosses $1 trillion valuation on record earnings and AI chip rally

Samsung Electronics shares surged more than 12 percent on Wednesday, pushing the South Korean technology giant's market capitalization above $1 trillion and making it only the second Asian company after TSMC to reach that threshold. The rally was driven by overnight gains in U.S. AI-linked stocks......

Trainline faces pressure from UK policy changes and geopolitical tensions

British rail ticketing platform Trainline has warned of growing pressure on its business due to recent policy changes in the United Kingdom and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The company forecasts net ticket sales between £6.2 billion and £6.45 billion by 2027, slightly......

UK's Next to mitigate Iran war costs with moderate price rises

British fashion retailer Next plc has announced plans to offset rising costs linked to tensions in the Middle East by implementing moderate price increases in selected international markets. The company also intends to rely on internal cost-saving measures to maintain profitability. Impact of geopolitical......

Toronto home sales post strongest monthly gain in nine months as prices stabilize

The real estate market in the Toronto has shown renewed momentum, with home sales recording their strongest monthly increase in nine months. At the same time, property prices have stabilized after a prolonged period of decline. Sales increase driven by affordability Data from the Toronto Regional Real......

Norwegian cruise cuts profit forecast as Middle East conflict raises fuel costs and weakens demand

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has lowered its annual profit forecast, citing increasing operational challenges linked to rising fuel prices and weaker travel demand. The company operates major cruise services worldwide and is currently facing pressure from global economic and geopolitical conditions. Impact......