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Food e-commerce isn’t for everyone (yet)
The democratisation of online grocery shopping is taking longer than initially expected given the worldwide hype around e-commerce. Persistent cost inflation has forced retailers to launch initiatives to curb staff...
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Walmart to remove self-checkouts from some of its stores
Following Target, Dollar General and other chains, Walmart has begun to recalibrate its strategy for self-checkouts and the checkout experience. Walmart is removing self- checkouts in some of its stores...
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József Bock received the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Hungarian Wine Academy
The signal of the Hungarian Wine Academy, in honor of winemaker József Bock, rang out in the Hunting Hall of the Parliament. The Villány specialist was greeted by his family...
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Kifli.hu has also reached summer camps with its healthy offer
Kifli.hu, which has already proven itself with the kindergarten catering program, continues to expand its services and makes its offer available in summer camps as well. The company also wants...
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This is how big chain stores prepare for the Balaton season
As summer arrives, it brings significant changes to the opening hours of stores in Hungary, especially around Lake Balaton and other popular resorts. Vacations at the Hungarian seaside have become...
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Last year, Barion, which offers online payment solutions, achieved an increase in sales of nearly 60%
Barion, specializing in data-driven payment solutions, already serves its e-commerce partners in more than 15 countries. In 2023, the Hungarian fintech company achieved a total of 6.8 million euros in...
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Restoring the EU’s competitiveness is the most important thing
Restoring the competitiveness of the European Union is the most important priority in the program of the Hungarian EU presidency, said the Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of European...
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South Korea’s dermocosmetics market ranks 6th globally
It has attracted competition from „concept-dermo,” „dermo-inspired” and „pharma-dermo” brands. South Korea ranked sixth in the global dermocosmetics market in 2023, according to Euromonitor’s latest Beauty and Personal Care research....
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K&H: What happened to the HUF? What would be needed in Hungary and what can be expected in Europe?
Despite the weakening of the forint seen in recent days, the euro may remain in the band between 385 and 400 forints this year. At least that is what Dávid...
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Adoption of the European Green Agreement and its effects on the agricultural industry
At the beginning of the week, despite protests from several countries including the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, Finland, Poland, and Hungary, and with Belgium abstaining, the European Union’s Environmental Council ultimately...
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Intelligent speed assistant, breathalyzer and black box: a big change is coming to the new car market from July 7
From July 2024, only newly manufactured vehicles can be put on the market in Europe that have the prescribed, advanced safety and driving support systems. According to EU legislation, all...
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Metro Italia Expands In Sardinia With Olbia Store Plans
Wholesaler Metro Italia has announced plans to open its third store in Sardinia in the spring of 2025, catering to the booming tourism and hospitality industry in the region. The...
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Outstanding successes in Badacsony at the Italian Riesling World Championship
Badacsony wines achieved outstanding results at the third GROW du Monde international competition, which was hosted by Hungary this year. 349 domestic and foreign wines competed at the World Championship...
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Fortenova takeover by Croatia businessman gets EU clearance
Fortenova makes drinks brands including Jana water and iced teas, plus Jamnica water and soft drinks A takeover of Croatia’s Fortenova Group by OpenPass, led by local businessman Pavao Vujnovac,...
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Speciesism in AI could hinder animal welfare reforms and the shift to plant-based diet
Speciesism is a strengthening concept in animal ethics that claims a moral advantage for members of the human species. According to Food Ingredients First, animal rights groups are concerned about...
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Flora Plant ice cream base
New Flora Professional 100% plant-based, allergen-free ice cream mix! It can be used to make scoop ice cream, soft ice cream and shakes. Ready to use, no other ingredients are...
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KPMG: Currently, every third company feels prepared for ESG-related regulations
According to the latest research from KPMG, approximately a third (29%) of companies feel they are ready for independent certification of their ESG disclosures, up from just 4% nine months...
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84% of Hungarians plan to pay by card or smart device during their trip abroad
40% of Hungarians are planning a holiday abroad this year, and the most popular destinations are Italy and Croatia. The card usage experience of OTP Bank customers also shows that...
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Domestic slowdown vs. soaring Temu
NorbertAccording to GKID and Mastercard’s Digital Commerce Survey 2024 report, the Hungarian e-commerce market still showed growth in 2023 (8.5%), but this was a significant decline from the double-digit growth...
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The Hungarian people saved twice as much food
Last fall, they were only around one million – today it has doubled. Hungarian people are increasingly opening up to sustainable solutions like Munch. Most food was saved in Pest...
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Tetra Pak Hungária Zrt. and Tej Szakmaközi Szervezet es Terektánács have renewed their cooperation agreement.
Tetra Pak Hungária Zrt. and the Tej Szakmaközi Szervezet és Terektánács renewed their cooperation agreement again. The contract was signed by Áron Tamás, Key Account Director, on behalf of Tetra...
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The German-Hungarian match is coming! This is how the fans of the two nations prepare for the meeting
In order to ensure the victory of the teams in the European Football Championship, fans practice many rituals and most of them would do even more for their favorites, according...
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On the path of environmental awareness, SPAR toGo food bars
In recent years, SPAR Hungary has launched a number of initiatives aimed at environmental awareness, responsible waste management and optimal energy management in its toGo food bars. The good news...
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The orange crisis continues to intensify
Brazil, which as the world’s largest producer of orange concentrates has an 80% market share in the European Union, is warning of a significant drop in orange production. According to...
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This is why startups fail in the first three years
The first three years are the most critical in the life of startups, because this is when most good ideas fail. According to the start it @K&H incubator program, there...
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Minimum effort, maximum experience – the ideal promotion for 2024
The Promotion of the Year 2024 competition, organised by Trade magazin, has once again put the world of promotions in the spotlight. This article is available for reading in Trade...
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How do factories solve seasonal labor shortages?
In Hungary, the rules prescribed by the Labor Code apply to employees in the company’s own staff and temporary workers, including foreigners, when granting holidays. From an HR point of...
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GLS Hungary introduced a new convenience service
Parcel logistics service providers in Hungary are responding to the transformation of package handling preferences across Europe. With an expanding network of parcel vending machines across the country and the...
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Harvesting has begun across the country
The harvest has started all over the country, thanks to the invigorating export, the warehouses are almost empty by now – said the State Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture...
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Albert Heijn publishes climate impact of 1,100 private label products
Albert Heijn is to publish the “climate impact” of 1,100 private label products in stores and its digital app, as part of a collaboration with Vienna-based climate technology start-up inoqo.The...
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