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EY: Missed opportunity: Cybersecurity creates business value if left to
Cybersecurity is bringing significant savings to companies worldwide, yet they are not involving the leaders of the field in key business decisions, according to EY’s latest international survey of 550...
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The names of meat products will be protected – the European Commission’s new proposal shows the way
The European Commission is taking another step towards a more transparent and fairer food market: the proposed amendment to the regulation as part of the reform of the Common Agricultural...
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Pepco gains new momentum after reorganization – a strategic winner in the Hungarian market
While the Pepco group is making a painful exit from Germany, it is gaining new momentum in the Central and Eastern European region, including Hungary. The discount giant is rebuilding...
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Lidl innovates with recycled bottles – its own-brand offering is getting greener
Lidl Hungary has taken another important step towards sustainability: it has renewed the packaging of its own-brand soft drinks, so that from now on the PET bottles of 38 products...
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Flore Confectionery made its debut with a gold medal at the international chocolate competition
Just eight months after its launch, Hungarian Flore Confectionery has already won a gold medal at the European semi-final of the International Chocolate Awards. The brand, which produces artisanal dragees...
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Revolut came up with a big pitch
Audi’s own factory team will debut in Formula 1 in 2026, and it already has a strong supporter behind it: the global fintech giant with over 60 million customers, Revolut,...
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Weak US demand and competitive disadvantage weaken Novo Nordisk’s position
Novo Nordisk has revised its 2025 earnings expectations downward for the second time – following the announcement, shares of one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturers fell by more than...
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NKFH: the distributor recalled jelly sweets containing unauthorized additives
Based on a notification received through the European Union’s Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF), a jelly candy – a straw-shaped candy – originating from Taiwan contains unauthorized...
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The ROM Vándor heritage preservation program of Market Építő Zrt. has reached its fifth stop in Regöly: the Somoly church ruin has been handed over
The fifth sacred monument restored under the Market Építő Zrt. ROM Vándor program, the 14th-15th century Somolyi church ruin in Regöly, has been handed over. The project, with a budget...
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Századvég: the population’s assessment of their own financial situation improved in July
Hungarian households reported improved perceptions of their own financial situation, and businesses experienced a more favorable business environment – according to Századvég Economic Research Institute’s July survey, released on Tuesday...
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The discount chain is renewing the packaging of PET bottled soft drinks
Lidl Hungary is committed to optimizing the packaging of its own-brand products, and will gradually renew the bottles of its own-brand soft drinks from 2024. Thanks to its latest measure,...
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The 11-time Danish champion has chosen a Hungarian professional partner: BioTechUSA and Brøndby IF enter into cooperation
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) inspected beaches and ice cream parlors, and 953 kilograms of food were withdrawn from circulation, and 11 catering establishments were temporarily closed,...
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Shell Hungary x Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% – Box Street Experience Week
Motorsport and premium brand enthusiasts can once again embark on a special journey during the Hungarian Grand Prix week: thanks to the collaboration between Shell Hungary and Peroni Nastro Azzurro...
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New leader at the helm of Yettel Brand and Marketing Communications Directorate
Hamza Kata will join Yettel Hungary as Head of Brand and Marketing Communications on September 1, 2025. Hamza Kata started her career in organizing experiences and festivals for young people,...
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Big Mac on the dividend: what to do with McDonald’s stock?
Buy or just eat? This is the question that is currently on the minds of investors who are examining McDonald’s shares in a volatile market environment. Demand for hamburgers remains...
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OTP Bank was the first to introduce DÁP identification in the Hungarian banking sector
OTP Bank is the first among Hungarian banks to integrate the Digital Citizenship Program (DÁP) identification service into its web applications – the bank announced in a statement to MTI...
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Pepco’s German subsidiary placed under bankruptcy protection
Pepco’s German division has filed for insolvency, despite the retail group reporting a 7.7% year-on-year increase in third-quarter revenue. The company plans to restructure its 64-store network in Germany, potentially...
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Sweet Anna, who turns thirty this year, celebrates at the Anna Ball
The world-famous Hungarian event organizer and Univer Product Zrt. are celebrating the two-hundred-year history of the Anna Balls and the three-decade anniversary of Édes Anna together. The cooperation established on...
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Significant pharmaceutical investment in Hungary – Egis develops in Körmend with state support
Egis Pharmaceuticals Ltd. is further developing its Körmend site with a new investment worth more than 14 billion forints, which the company will implement from its own resources and 3.5...
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A large-scale Spanish study is looking for volunteers for free wine
Researchers at the University of Navarra in Spain have launched the world’s largest clinical trial on alcohol consumption to date, with the aim of scientifically determining whether moderate alcohol consumption...
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Intimate hygiene revolution: how water jets replace toilet paper
The spread of water-based hygiene can revolutionize everyday hygiene – says Ákos Németh, head of Laufen’s Hungarian representation. Toilets with a bidet function are not only space-saving, but also more...
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More than half a billion bottles were returned in Lidl stores
Lidl has achieved significant results in the return of plastic bottles, aluminum cans and glass. By mid-July, customers had returned more than 500 million beverage packaging to Lidl’s REpoints. With...
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Wendy’s is back: the legendary fast food chain would re-enter the Hungarian market
After more than two decades, one of the world’s most well-known fast food chains is trying again in Hungary: Wendy’s is currently looking for a Hungarian franchise partner, franchise.hu reported....
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Mastercard and McLaren Formula 1 Team turn Budapest into a pit lane
Mastercard is returning to the world of motorsport with renewed vigor: as part of its multi-year partnership with the McLaren Formula 1 team, it is launching a national simulator championship...
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Record year at Müller: one million customers per day, expansion and digital developments on all fronts
The Müller drugstore and retail group has closed one of the most successful years in its history: in the 2023/24 financial year, net sales increased by 8.3%, reaching EUR 5...
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Travelers to the Adriatic asked for: iced coffee and mozzarella-tomato hot dogs are available
The iced coffee segment and a new giant hot dog are the summer hits at MOL Fresh Corners during trips to the Adriatic. According to data collected in our country...
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Media Markt and Saturn may fall into Chinese hands
One of Europe’s best-known electronics store chains could have a new owner: Chinese JD.com is in advanced negotiations with German Ceconomy Holding to acquire Media Markt and Saturn. Although the...
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You have to pay for advice: a new era begins for travel agencies
A growing number of travel agencies around the world are introducing advisory fees for their services, according to a recent international study by the World Travel Agents Associations Alliance. The...
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LVMH’s six-month profit falls 22 percent, revenue falls 4 percent
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA, the world’s largest luxury goods company, reported a year-on-year decline in after-tax profit and revenue in the first six months of this year. The...
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Consumer Protection Authority: Family Frost recalled quick-frozen potato croquettes
Family Frost Ltd. has recalled pre-baked, quick-frozen potato croquettes due to mineral oil contamination, and consumption of the product may pose a health risk, the National Trade and Consumer Protection...
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