News and articles
KSH: retail turnover in January exceeded the same period of the previous year by 3.5 percent and the previous month by 0.5 percent
2026. In January, the volume of retail trade turnover increased by 3.0 percent, adjusted for calendar effects, compared to the same period of the previous year, the Central Statistical Office...
Read more
A magyar csapat március 15-én lép színpadra a Bocuse d’Or Európai Válogatóján
The Bocuse d’Or European Selection will be held in Marseille on March 15–16, where the continent’s most ambitious chefs will compete. The Hungarian team brings together familiar faces, many years...
Read more
REGIO Játék: 25.4 billion forints in sales and international opening
REGIO GAMES achieved net sales of HUF 25.4 billion in 2025, while launching its online store in several European markets. One third of the turnover was realized in the approximately...
Read more
Brilliant health tips for Women’s Day
Winter often leaves its mark on us unnoticed: dull skin, brittle nails, dull hair. Due to heated spaces and cold air, our bodies lose their usual “glow”, but as spring...
Read more
Polish wholesale onion market: prices at a permanent low, no quick turnaround expected due to import pressure
The price of red onions in the Polish wholesale did not move from the lowest point either markets: after a price decline since the beginning of the season, there was...
Read more
Basmati jam in India: 400,000 tons of rice stuck in ports and on the road, Middle East deals halted
About 400,000 tonnes of Indian basmati rice are being wasted in Indian ports and in transit after the risk and cost of shipping to the region rose sharply due to...
Read more
Waberer’s Group: the first railway trains carrying finished cars from BMW’s Debrecen factory have departed
The first rail trains carrying finished cars have departed from BMW’s Debrecen factory, which is being handled by Waberer’s rail logistics subsidiary PSP Rail – the Waberer’s group told MTI...
Read more
We have the Sports Marketing Ambassador of the Year for 2026
On March 4, at the Digital Forum, the Sportmarketing Diamond Awards, founded by the Sportmarketing Section of the Hungarian Marketing Association, were presented. The thematic marketing award honors the most...
Read more
European Commission: cosmetics continue to top the list of dangerous non-food products
The EU Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products received the most notifications last year for cosmetic products and toys, and cosmetics also topped the list of Hungarian alerts, followed...
Read more
Another international recognition: Liget Budapest received the award for the best creative and sustainable tourist district
At one of the world’s most prestigious tourism awards, the Creative Tourism Awards, the Liget Budapest Project won the “Best Creative and Sustainable Tourism District” award out of 223 applicants...
Read more
Shape the future, in other words: build a brand!
Today one important element of conscious brand building can be the consistent communication of Hungarian origin, especially at a time when consumer decisions are both more rational and emotionally charged...
Read more
Spring brought an increase in the price of business invoices
Erste will increase the fees for corporate bank accounts with effect from May 5, 2026, with the annual inflation rate of 4.4 percent last year published by the Central Statistical...
Read more
Bratislava bans beer bikes from April 1, alcohol ban also expanded
Bratislava 2026. From April 1st, the use of so-called beer bikes will be banned in the entire city – the city council unanimously adopted the decree as part of a...
Read more
Labor force: number of job seekers at historic low
According to data from the National Employment Service, the number of registered job seekers in February 2026 was 225,994, which is a decrease of more than 6,000 compared to the...
Read more
No passenger flights from Brussels Airport on March 12 due to strike
Due to the nationwide trade union demonstration announced for March 12, no passenger flights will depart from Brussels Airport in a week, next Thursday, the airport operator announced. It also...
Read more
MKIK seeks partnerships with businesses and government
The Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MKIK) strives for partnerships with both businesses and the government, because the country’s development can only be guided by cooperation, the organization’s president...
Read more
MME calls attention to the protection of hedgehogs during spring gardening
The Hungarian Ornithological and Nature Conservation Association (MME) is calling attention to the protection of hedgehogs hiding under piles of leaves during spring gardening. According to the MME’s announcement on...
Read more
Rising oil and gas prices could increase inflationary pressures in energy-importing countries, including Hungary
The US and Israeli military operation against Iran began on February 28, 2026, and immediately increased risk aversion in global markets. Brent oil prices rose significantly in the first sessions...
Read more
BKK’s website is among the best this year too
The website of the Budapest Transport Center was awarded in two categories in the Hungarian Marketing Association’s “Website of the Year” competition: bkk.hu won the quality award in the “service”...
Read more
Mars To Allocate $85m For New Philanthropic Fund
Candy and snack giant Mars, Incorporated has introduced its Mars Impact Fund, committing an initial allocation of $85 million (€73.3 million) from 2025 to 2027. The enterprise level fund is...
Read more
The consortium of Neocons Zrt. and CodeYard Kft. is developing business and production support software supported by artificial intelligence
The consortium of Neocons Zrt. and CodeYard Kft. is developing business and production support software based on predictive analytics, supported by artificial intelligence – Neocons Zrt. told MTI. According to...
Read more
Private Label Share Consolidates Its Strong Position in Europe
The private label share across 17 countries in Europe is growing according to the data of NielsenIQ. The share grew to 38.8% based on MAT W52 2025 (+0.33%pnt versus MAT...
Read more
Aldi Nord Expands European Footprint With Opening Of 5,555th Store
Aldi Nord has opened its 5,555th store, marking a new milestone as it strengthens its European footprint. The new store, located in Mijas, Spain, is also the discounter’s 500th store...
Read more
Agrometeorology: the soil near the surface dries out a lot in sunny, dry weather
The soil near the surface dries out more and more in sunny, dry weather, and the deeper layers in the Great Plain did not fill up with moisture in a...
Read more
MBH Analysis Center: The Hungarian economy may accelerate again in 2026, but the Iranian war carries serious risks
In parallel with the strengthening of external demand, the growth of the Hungarian economy may accelerate in 2026: the revival of consumption and the start of production of new industrial...
Read more
SPAR is preparing for an Easter rush: it is filling its stores with 570 tons of smoked meat products
SPAR Hungary is preparing for strong traffic during the Easter period: its own Regnum meat plants will supply the stores with a total of more than 570 tons of smoked...
Read more
Focus on the domestic fishing sector at SIRHA Budapest
The “Kapj rá!” campaign to encourage fish consumption continues with exhibition appearances, roadshow stations and tastings. A press conference was held at the SIRHA Budapest international food and HoReCa exhibition...
Read more
Together for the future: dm supports projects that also offer opportunities for volunteer work with 50 million forints
dm is launching an international initiative called Together for the Future, which draws attention to the possibilities of social participation. In addition to giving space to individual examples, the drugstore...
Read more
Cultured beer consumption is at the forefront: quality and shared experience
Beer consumption habits are changing throughout Europe, and this trend was clearly evident in Hungary last year. Consumers are choosing more and more consciously: quality and experience come to the...
Read more
Two-thirds of Hungarian families already shop this way
Private-brand products are becoming increasingly important for consumers across Europe, and are no longer just a cheaper option, but a conscious choice for those who want to buy at the...
Read more