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Professional Distribution Sector Faces Decline Across Most Product Categories in 2024
Professional Distribution Sector Faces Decline Across Most Product Categories in 2024 France: The building sector in 2024 has experienced...
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7 days ago1 min read


Ikea Introduces Air-to-Water Heat Pumps in Germany
Ikea Introduces Air-to-Water Heat Pumps in Germany Germany: Ikea has announced the introduction of air-to-water heat pumps in Germany...
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May 221 min read


Johnson Controls-Hitachi Reports Rise in Quarterly and Annual Profit
Johnson Controls-Hitachi Reports Rise in Quarterly and Annual Profit India: Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning India reported a...
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May 221 min read


Daikin Explores Local Partnerships For Production of R32 Refrigerant
Daikin Explores Local Partnerships For Production of R32 Refrigerant India: Daikin is considering partnerships with emerging domestic...
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May 221 min read


Rising Air Conditioner Costs Linked to Refrigerant Transition
Rising Air Conditioner Costs Linked to Refrigerant Transition USA: Consumers in the United States could face higher costs when replacing...
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May 221 min read


Villeroy & Boch Reports 33.2% Revenue Growth in Q1 2025 Following Ideal Standard Acquisition
Villeroy & Boch Reports 33.2% Revenue Growth in Q1 2025 Following Ideal Standard Acquisition Germany: Villeroy & Boch recorded a 33.2%...
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May 191 min read


Housing Construction Permits in the Netherlands Drop Sharply in First Quarter
Housing Construction Permits in the Netherlands Drop Sharply in First Quarter Netherlands: The number of permits issued for new housing...
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May 161 min read


Daikin Begins Mass Production of Residential Air Conditioners in Indonesia
Daikin Begins Mass Production of Residential Air Conditioners in Indonesia Indonesia: Japanese manufacturer Daikin has commenced mass...
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May 161 min read


Rising Tariffs and Coolant Shortages Expected to Increase Air Conditioning Costs in U.S.
Rising Tariffs and Coolant Shortages Expected to Increase Air Conditioning Costs in U.S. USA: Heating, ventilation and air conditioning...
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May 161 min read


Carrier to Invest USD 1 Billion in U.S. Manufacturing Over Five Years
Carrier to Invest USD 1 Billion in U.S. Manufacturing Over Five Years USA: Carrier has announced plans to invest USD 1 billion (EUR 920...
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May 161 min read


U.S. Reduces Tariff on Chinese E-Commerce Shipments
EXIM USA: The United States will reduce the "de minimis" tariff on shipments from China to 54% from the previously planned 120%, while...
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May 151 min read


Affordable Air Conditioners Drive Surge in Popularity of Chinese Brands in Brazil
Air conditioners BRAZIL: Brazilian consumers are increasingly drawn to Chinese products, particularly air conditioners, which are...
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May 151 min read
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