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Huge exporters—including the U.S.—are vying to gobble up market share in a world where the prospect for demand growth was already uncertain before a once-in-a-generation energy shock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

China’s low-cost, high-tech cars have seen explosive growth around the globe, swallowing up market share wherever they are sold.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

For UBS analyst Michael Lasser, Bob’s has the opportunity to pick up market share from smaller chains that are closing stores.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

Padcev revenue increased 15% globally as the treatment for advanced bladder cancer continued to snap up market share.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

Current issues include: resolving ethnic differences; speeding up market reforms; establishing stable relations with Russia, China, and other foreign powers; and developing and expanding the country's abundant energy resources.

From The 2000 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency