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Change of leadership at the top of the Foxpost parcel delivery service
Following the sale of the Foxpost parcel delivery service last year, the company’s two founders, CEO Ádám Bengyel and Commercial Director Péter Lányfalvi, are leaving; Zoltán Radeczy, acting CEO of...
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Growth continues, MediaMarkt has found its way to the hearts of customers
MediaMarkt’s parent company, Ceconomy, saw significant growth in both turnover and profit in the first quarter of the 2024/25 financial year, despite the difficult economic situation, the group said in...
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Husqvarna and Liverpool’s unique global partnership opens new paths
Husqvarna is proud to be a partner of Liverpool Football Club, one of the world’s most iconic football clubs. As part of a multi-year global agreement, Husqvarna will become the...
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There is trouble around the house of Mere
The Russian retail watchdog, Roskomnadzor, conducted a comprehensive inspection of Svetofor stores in January. Serious hygiene problems were found in one Moscow store: cockroaches, flies, food moths, garbage and expired...
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We can now give gifts through the Wolt app
New feature on Wolton: now we can also give gifts through the application. The service allows users to send personal gifts with just a few clicks that make moments truly...
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Playing in red light can also be a good program for Valentine’s Day
February is one of the most depressing months of the year for many. Short days, cold weather, gloomy skies and, most importantly, a lack of natural light can contribute to...
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A trend change among young people: Generation Z thinks differently about non-alcoholic drinks
The efforts made for responsible alcohol consumption seem to be paying off: according to the latest results of international research by HEINEKEN and the University of Oxford, the way consumers...
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SPAR also builds its employee community with its own events, which recognize excellence in the profession.
As an employer, SPAR places great importance on valuing its colleagues: it not only provides them with competitive income and fringe benefits, but also pays special attention to building a...
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3.3 million forints were raised in the 2024 campaign of OMV and the Maltese Charity Service
OMV Hungária and the Hungarian Maltese Charity Service closed 2024 with another successful charity campaign, raising nearly 3.3 million forints to support the organization’s initiatives. The campaign asked customers to...
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IKEA’s new Mobile Collection Points bring the comfort of home closer
IKEA has taken another step to make its products more accessible to customers: Mobile Collection Points opened in six rural towns, Nyíregyháza, Eger, Békéscsaba, Szombathely, Sopron and Kaposvár, at the...
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Burger King has found the recipe for success – the fast food chain is back on a growth path
Burger King’s North American sales have rebounded after a six-month slump, helping boost parent company Restaurant Brands International (RBI)’s revenue. The company’s low-cost Whopper and extra-large sauces have been key...
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NAV: Romanian driver who was checked on the M43 highway hid hundreds of liters of alcohol among furniture
Several hundred liters of alcohol were hidden among the furniture by the Romanian driver who was checked by the tax inspectors of the National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) at...
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Romania’s largest food rescue platform merges with Munch, so you can now rescue food from nearly six thousand partners
After acquiring its Czech competitor, Munch is continuing its strategy in Romania. From February, Bonapp, founded in Bucharest, will continue to operate as a subsidiary of Munch, thanks to which...
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Two-thirds of Valentine’s Day waste is not recyclable
In the European Union, more than 100,000 tonnes of waste are generated on a single Valentine’s Day, 70% of which comes from single-use packaging, plastic decorations and short-lived gifts, as...
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95 million in aid from Tesco employees and customers to those in need in one and a half months
The country’s largest fundraising team is supporting the Ecumenical Relief Organization’s year-round work to help those in need with HUF 95 million. The amount was raised from donation coupons sold...
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Wolt delivers more than 8,000 products from 73 SPAR stores in 40 Hungarian cities: Hungarians are already doing their weekly shopping online
Wolt is now taking care of our bulk shopping at store prices in 73 SPAR stores in Hungary, after the cooperation between the two companies, which began in the summer,...
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Bluebird strengthens its US operations with a new senior sales director
John McGinty will join BlueBird International as Senior Sales Director, USA, effective January 2025. The appointment marks a significant milestone in Bluebird’s international growth strategy, led by Balázs Réfi, the...
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András Tállai became the State Secretary responsible for the food economy and agricultural vocational training
With the appointment of András Tállai, a new leader will lead the food economics and agricultural vocational training sector. The experienced politician and economist has gained leadership experience in numerous...
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Chaos, indecision and uncertainty – this is why the opening of Mere in Hungary is delayed
The opening of the first store of the Russian discount chain Mere in Hungary has been delayed for more than half a year, and there is no guarantee that the...
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IKEA Hungary invested more than 5.2 billion forints in price reductions in the 2024 financial year in the name of affordability
In the 2024 financial year, IKEA Hungary invested nearly 12 million euros in price reductions, prioritizing affordability over profit. This strategic move supported a 2.3 percent increase in store visits,...
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Regional e-commerce has reached a new level
Pepita Group Zrt. increased its domestic gross turnover by more than 24 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, while including foreign markets, the growth reached 39.3%. On average, a successful...
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Gucci in crisis
Gucci has long struggled in the luxury market, and the constant rotation of creative directors has not helped matters. The brand is struggling to find its place in a market...
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The desire to travel for leisure purposes has continued to increase
Not only did the desire for leisure travel for exotic and cultural cruises and city visits continue to grow last year, but passengers increasingly expect special, themed trips in addition...
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Young people in focus: the second national Big Student AwarenessNet Test is launched
This year, February 11th marks Safer Internet Day. The aim of the world day, which has been held annually since 2009, is to draw attention to the importance of a...
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FAO: World food commodity market index decreased in January
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) reported on Friday that the world food commodity price index fell in January, averaging 124.9 points during the month, 1.6%...
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700 thousand users, 2 million transfers per month in K&H’s mobile bank
In January, seven hundred thousand mobile banking customers used K&H’s award-winning app. Last year, the mobile banking app won the Digital Innovator UX 2024 award for digitally leading banks. Users...
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New airline joins Budapest Airport network
Barely six weeks into the new year, Budapest Airport’s destination offering is expanding again with the addition of a new airline. As part of the VINCI Airports network, the airport...
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Husqvarna is looking for the oldest robotic lawnmower in Europe
This year marks 30 years since Husqvarna, the world leader in robotic lawn care, launched its first robotic lawnmower. Now they’ve decided to track down the brand’s oldest robotic lawnmower....
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5.4 billion on nutritional supplements, travel and phones
One of the most successful Hungarian startups, Diverzum, has reached the one billion milestone. In Western countries, it is already a proven practice for brands to address and help young...
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Young people are becoming more conscious about skin care
According to Helia-D’s representative research, the majority of Hungarian women aged 20-39 already include facial cleansing, hydration and sun protection in their morning routine. In response to customer demands, the...
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