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NGM: tourism performed better than ever before in July
Tourism performed better than ever before in July – stated the Ministry of National Economy (NGM) based on the latest figures published on Thursday. The announcement cites data from the...
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Lidl also prepared programs for SZIN
Lidl Hungary closes this year’s summer festival season in Szeged with experiences that promise to be unforgettable in many ways. As a responsible employer, the discount chain, which is at...
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Real wages may continue to rise in the SME sector
Employees of domestic micro, small and medium-sized enterprises can also count on salary increases above inflation and cafeteria allowances. Based on the latest data from the K&H SME confidence index...
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Starting school with lactose-free delicacies
The new school year will soon begin, which in many cases also means stress for parents. In addition to the procurement of school supplies, accessories and solving logistics, the selection...
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Foreigners drive domestic tourism
The sector still looks extremely positive, but at the same time, based on the latest data, a duality emerges: in July, 11% more foreigners arrived in Hungary, but the number...
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A degree does not equal a high salary and easy employment
The 2024-25 academic year will start soon: many new graduates already started looking for a job in August, while university students who want to work only appear on the labor...
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At Alza, the turnover of school supplies is at its peak
The turnover of school supplies reaches its peak before the start of the school year. In line with its dominant position in Hungarian e-commerce, Alza offers almost every product necessary...
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5 tips to ensure that our children drink enough water in the hot weather
Children’s fluid needs vary depending on their age, weight and activity level. In general, a small child needs 1-1.5 liters of fluid per day – this amount can increase in...
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The Foxpost acquisition is closed, the successful Hungarian startup continues with an international owner
After obtaining the license from the competition office and meeting other conditions, the acquisition of Foxpost was successfully completed, so the well-known domestic startup continues its success story with an...
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In Russia, retail sales slowed down
In Russia, the annual growth of retail sales slowed for the fifth month in July, while the expansion of industrial production accelerated and unemployment stagnated at a historic low. According...
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The Minister of National Economy orders an extraordinary consumer protection investigation at the airlines
The National Economy Ministry (NGM), which is responsible for consumer protection, will take decisive action against airlines that commit violations in the interest of the full eradication of the problems...
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Nébih: the mints were excellent at Szupermenta
A total of ten pot mints intended for direct consumption were examined in the latest test of Süpermenta. The product test ended with a reassuring result, all mints met the...
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JYSK’s 99th Hungarian store opens here
Store openings are regular at the JYSK retail store chain, the company has already opened four new stores in Hungary in the 2023/2024 financial year – in Szarvas, Kispest, Bicské...
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The volcanic field of the Bakony-Balaton highlands received prestigious recognition
The area of the Bakony-Balaton highlands contains one of the densest volcanic fields in Europe. During the Late Miocene to Pleistocene period, between about 8 and 2.5 million years ago,...
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SPAR Austria Introduces Multi-Coloured Electronic Shelf Labels
SPAR Austria has introduced multi-coloured electronic shelf labels (ESL) as it seeks to offer customers a modern and convenient shopping experience. The SPAR start-up market in Kufstein and the EUROSPAR...
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Capri-Sun is considering to return to plastic straws in Germany
Juice drink manufacturer Capri-Sun is considering alternatives to paper straws due to customer dissatisfaction. The company plans to apply for a derogation from the Commission. Capri-Sun, a Swiss-based manufacturer producing...
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Gen Z more likely to buy holiday gifts via social media
Instagram and Facebook are forecast to be the most popular platforms for gift purchases during the season. Gen Z has been buying items via social media for some time now, according...
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The government stands by the farmers in all situations
The government stands by the farmers in all situations, with whom it constantly strives to dialogue – said the parliamentary state secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture in Debrecen on...
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With innovation for a sustainable future in the Hungarian wine industry
It is of the utmost importance for the wine industry to adapt to changes and continuously develop its technological tools – said Dr. Márton Nobilis, State Secretary of the Ministry...
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Secret tips that can make our household appliances last longer
When we buy a new household appliance, we tend to start using it based on our habits, the well-established routine, or our intuition, ignoring the manufacturer’s request that we read...
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The hour of instant answers
This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/8-9 In a constantly restructuring market, one of the biggest achievements of the Hungarian Food Bank Association is that it has...
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Fanta Beetlejuice 500 ml
Fanta Beetlejuice promises to be a hauntingly enjoyable experience, with its brand new apple-lychee flavour combination and wild green colour. Contact: Coca-Cola HBC Magyarország Kft. Bernadett Rácz portfolio development lead,...
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Mandatory action: the Ministry of National Economy takes action against retail chains that apply unfair price increases
The government measures introduced to protect families, such as food price caps, mandatory special offers, and the online price monitoring system, have proven to be effective in breaking down sanctioned...
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Economic sentiment improved in the EU and the Eurozone in August
In August, the economic sentiment index in the Eurozone and the European Union improved compared to the previous month, according to a survey presented on Thursday by the European Commission’s...
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GVH is also investigating the pricing practice revealed by NGM
The Economic Competition Authority (GVH) will examine the pricing practice revealed and indicated by the Ministry of National Economy (NGM) as part of a complaint procedure, the supporting evidence and...
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We can also offer the value of returned drink packaging for charitable purposes
The mandatory deposit return system (DRS) went live in Hungary on July 1st, and it can already show serious results. Customers not only have a coupon that can be redeemed...
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It is misleading to base economic development only on consumption
The one-sided use of consumption indicators, which are often used to measure economic development, can be misleading, especially if sustainability aspects are ignored, the Index article points out. Eurostat’s indicator...
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There are places where the Christmas product range is already on the shelves
At the end of August, when summer is still palpably present and the school season has just started, Aldi decided to take a surprising step. On August 26, the German...
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A new type of sugar-free chocolate is developed from cocoa shells and fruit juice
Swiss scientists have developed a revolutionary method that could change the future of chocolate production. Kim Mishra and his team at the Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH Zurich) have...
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IKEA’s new step towards sustainability: the online marketplace for used furniture is coming
IKEA’s new project, an online marketplace for second-hand furniture, may soon change the world of second-hand furniture trade. The Swedish home furnishing giant recently launched a platform called “Ikea Preowned”,...
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