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The popularity of chocolate Santas remains unbroken

Tradition and innovation are both present in the Santa Claus Day and Christmas candy markets. While the older generation is looking for nostalgic flavors, the young are increasingly open to...

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Foreign trade surplus in services was 3.5 billion euros in the third quarter

In the third quarter of 2024, exports of services in euros exceeded the same period of the previous year by 4.2 percent and imports by 1.9 percent. The surplus was...

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PM: Moody’s continues to recommend Hungary for investment

Moody’s continues to recommend Hungary for investment, but due to the uncertain international environment and political disputes in Brussels, it has changed the outlook for the debt rating from stable...

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“Turkey money” doesn’t always come in the form of banknotes

Companies focus primarily on employee retention and secondarily on future motivation when determining year-end bonuses. The issue of year-end bonuses is a hot topic for all employees and employers, and...

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Let’s eat as many domestic nuts as possible!

The season of walnut cakes has arrived. It is no coincidence that the demand for the essential ingredient for Christmas bagels, zserbó and hókifli increases at the end of the...

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There is some good news about savings

Although middle-aged people have enough savings for seven months on average, 33 percent of them could only support themselves for one month if they had no income, K&H reported based...

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43 tons of donations in the joint campaign of PENNY and the Hungarian Red Cross

The festive fundraising campaign of PENNY Hungary and the Hungarian Red Cross was successfully completed this year as well. On November 15 and 16, thanks to customers in nearly 160...

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Three SPAR supermarkets have been renovated and made more energy efficient, with a total investment of HUF 736 million

SPAR Hungary has invested a total of HUF 736 million in the modernization of its stores in Miskolc, Sopron and Tatabánya. The company’s own developments have renewed the interiors of...

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K&H: Many people find their shoes too tight

Although middle-aged people have enough savings for seven months on average, 33 percent of them could only support themselves for one month if they had no income, K&H reported based...

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Gábor Zacher runs in downtown Budapest dressed as Santa Claus

The organizer Budapest Sports Office has already received the thousands of Santa suits in which the crowd of costumed runners will set off from Fővám Square in Budapest towards the...

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Fish prices do not increase in Hungary at Christmas – despite the summer heat, there is no problem with supply

Despite the summer heat and rising grain prices, there is good news from Hungarian fish farmers: this Christmas the price of fish will not increase, and buyers will be able...

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Retail sales in Russia slowed, but industrial production growth accelerated, unemployment at record low

Russia’s retail sales slowed in October, while industrial production growth accelerated and unemployment hit a historic low. Retail sales growth slowed to 4.8 percent in October, down from 6.5 percent...

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Innovation and knowledge transfer also play a significant role in increasing sustainability

It is necessary to spread modern technologies and sustainable practices in agriculture to address environmental challenges. This also helps the long-term competitiveness of the sector. The National Environment, Water Management...

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Hungarian cycling publication wins prestigious award

The largest domestic cycling promotion organization, the Hungarian Cycling Club, won 1st place in Content Development with its educational programs in the European Adult Education Platform competition. The publication can...

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Nébih: labeling errors found in liver creams inspection

A total of 37 liver creams were tested in the Supermint program by experts from the National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih), who identified labeling problems in 13 products, but...

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Well-used artificial intelligence saves us time and money

The Christmas season can be joyful, but it can also be financially stressful. Spending on gifts, festive meals and travel can easily exceed your budget if you don’t plan carefully....

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New products in the shower and outside!

This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/11 According to a NIQ report, the shower gel market grew by 16.7% year-on-year in the January-August 2024 period. This growth...

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Turin has been chosen as the European Capital of Smart Tourism

Turin, Italy, will be the European Smart Capital of Tourism in 2025, and Benidorm, Spain, will be the Green Pioneer of Smart European Tourism next year, the European Commission announced...

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The range of HIR trademarked products has further expanded

On the 10th Jubilee Producers’ Communities Day, 22 products from 12 applicants were granted the right to use the HIR trademark, bringing the number of HIR trademarked products to 238,...

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The range of HIR trademarked products has further expanded

On the 10th Anniversary of Producers’ Communities Day, 22 products from 12 applicants were granted the right to use the HIR trademark, bringing the number of HIR trademarked products to...

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Donald Trump’s planned tariffs pose challenges for the US alcohol industry

US presidential candidate Donald Trump has proposed a 25% tariff on products from Canada and Mexico, which could have a major impact on the US alcohol industry. The proposed measure...

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FAO and AM scholarship program a prominent opportunity for developing countries

Within the framework of the agreement between FAO and the Hungarian government, more than 400 students from 47 countries have received scholarships until the autumn semester of 2024. The Ministry...

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Future-oriented decisions were made at the COP29 conference – The UN fund will be accessible from 2025

The United Nations Climate Change Conference was held in Baku from 11 to 22 November. The summit of world leaders on climate protection focused on a joint effort to help...

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This year’s drought had a negative influence on the performance of the canning industry

This year the domestic canning industry bought a mediocre sweetcorn crop and a weak green pea crop. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/11 According to the...

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Innovation and knowledge transfer also play a major role in increasing sustainability

It is necessary to disseminate modern technologies and sustainable practices in agriculture to address environmental challenges. This also helps the long-term competitiveness of the sector. The National Environment, Water Management...

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ENVIRONTEC: sustainability and innovation

Three-day trade fair “ENVIRONTEC powered by ÖKOINDUSTRIA” took place at HUNGEXPO and was a real success. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/11 More than 100 exhibitors...

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Aldi Süd expands its fresh food network

Aldi Süd is expanding its network of fresh produce platforms in the fruit and vegetable sector, with the opening of a new site near Karlsruhe at the end of 2025,...

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The range of HIR trademarked products has further expanded

On the 10th Anniversary Producer Communities Day, 22 products from 12 applicants were granted the right to use the HIR trademark, bringing the number of HIR trademarked products to 238....

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Ferrero invests in hazelnut sourcing as it grows US production

The company awarded $340,000 to Oregon State University and Rutgers University to increase collaboration with local farmers, producers and distributors. Ferrero Hazelnut Company, a division of sweets maker Ferrero Group,...

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More than half a million people are now eligible for their dream home in Buda

Players collect points mainly by purchasing the Five-digit Lottery and Eurojackpot to have a chance to win their dream home in Buda. The modern apartment in the 12th district can...

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