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It is the latest bad news from Germany's ailing auto sector, and a major blow for a manufacturer which had so far endured industry upheaval better than its peers Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

Whatever the case, an ailing housing market is not going to get well anytime soon.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026

However, the aquatic mammal was already considered ailing and close to death when a final, last-ditch attempt was made earlier in May.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Nike is just one of many U.S. brands ailing in China.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

His natural empathy and experience with the horses of the bullring circuit had given him insight into the minds of ailing, nervous horses.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand