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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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Hungary’s most popular hot dog: the MOL Fresh Corner hot dog!
MOL Fresh Corner hot dog has officially become the most popular hot dog in Hungary, according to sales data measured by Nielsen[1]. Between November 2023 and November 2024, it was...
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Sustainability is once again at the forefront at Auchan
In Auchan, sustainability extends beyond store operations to inventory, packaging and customer attitude formation. In this spirit, the department store chain will hold green weeks from February 6 to 19,...
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How much is me-time worth? – This is what motivates Hungarian buyers
Time and attention spent on ourselves are becoming increasingly important in our everyday lives. But is it really integrated into our daily routine, or is it more of an unattainable...
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Hungarians’ favorite pizzas: Italian sausage and Hawaiian top the list
Although there is an increasingly wide range of gastronomic options available in Hungary, the passion for pizza remains unbroken. This is also proven by the popularity list compiled based on...
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Syngenta’s offering has been expanded with high-performance hybrids and effective crop protection solutions
Syngenta kicked off the year with new products and top hybrids tailored to environmental challenges. The season-opening event showcased newly developed herbicides, the latest biological solutions, and sunflower and corn...
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PENNY’s newest store opened its doors in Pilisvörösvár
PENNY Hungary opened its newest store in Pilisvörösvár on February 6th, offering customers a modern design, a wide range of products, opening gifts and the usual favorable prices. The modern...
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What happens if a domestic tech company is faster than the big ones?
What happens if you forget your company access card at home in the morning? A classic recipe: rushing to the reception, paperwork, and a lot of wasted time. But what...
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Dachser’s new route provides a direct transport connection between Hungary and Bulgaria
Logistics service provider Dachser has strengthened its Kecskemét branch and launched a new, direct transport route between the Hungarian city and the Bulgarian capital, Sofia, the Hungarian subsidiary informed MTI...
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Mere did not open a store in Nyíregyháza, it was deleted from the register
Although it was previously announced that the Russian discount chain Mere, known for its spartan savings, would begin its expansion in Hungary, no stores were opened in the end, including...
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The foie gras burger is returning to McDonald’s
From February 5, McDonald’s restaurants in Hungary will once again offer one of the chain’s most successful and unique sandwiches, the Maestro Goosey Gustav, made with grilled foie gras. It...
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JD.com is once again planning to acquire the owner of MediaMarkt
The acquisition of German Ceconomy, the owner of the well-known MediaMarkt and Saturn stores in Hungary, is back on the agenda. The Chinese online store JD.com is once again interested...
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International coalition calls for ban on aspartame
The European Commission and EU member states are under increasing pressure after an international coalition launched a petition calling for a ban on aspartame. The initiative is backed by organisations...
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50% discount on the second flight ticket in Wizz Air’s February promotion
Wizz Air is offering a special offer for February 5th, offering passengers a 50 percent discount on the price of a second flight ticket on selected flights. The offer is...
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PepsiCo’s financial performance last year fell short of expectations
PepsiCo’s financial performance last year fell short of expectations, with North America in particular a disappointment. Consumers’ healthier lifestyles and weight-loss trends have challenged the soft drink and snack giant....
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Samsung to showcase Color E-Paper and AI Signage display solutions at ISE 2025
Samsung is showcasing its next-generation business displays, powered by AI, at ISE (Integrated System Europe) 2025 in Barcelona. Samsung Color E-Paper delivers advanced energy efficiency, while SmartThings Pro and Interactive...
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Rossmann’s new logistics center in Üllő was completed in record time
The Rossmann drugstore chain has begun the system technology development of its new headquarters, after the developer, Panattoni Hungary, and the owner, OTP Real Estate Investment Fund, handed over the...
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GVH has decided: Wizz Air will refund thousands of passengers
Wizz Air deceived its passengers, and the company must pay a refund due to unfair commercial practices, the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) told MTI on Friday. According to the competition...
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Mészáros Group’s next step in the poultry industry: full control over Gallicoop
On January 27, an interesting document was published on the website of the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH), reporting on a significant corporate transaction. According to the announcement, Csabatáj Mezőgazdasági Zrt.,...
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Unilever and Tesco: There is no future without sustainability
Unilever CEO Hein Schumacher has said it is time for companies to take serious action on sustainability, while Tesco Group CEO Ken Murphy has warned that companies that ignore sustainability...
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