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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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Social responsibility tender: free website development for three Hungarian businesses in 2024
This year, Flybuilt is announcing another social responsibility tender, the aim of which is to help Hungarian entrepreneurs develop their online presence. As part of the initiative, three lucky projects...
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Five reasons why you should start the school year with honey!
School bag, pencil holder, textbooks and notebooks. This might be a tick on every parent’s list, but what else could be needed during the school year? Honey is also one...
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Vinted was not the only one screwed by consumer protection
There are a number of digital platforms operating in the European Union, often with a similar structure but operated by different market players. In the case of new actors, information...
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Tesco recalled toxic chips
The Tesco supermarket chain has announced that the 150-gram Tesco sea salt potato chips will be withdrawn from circulation due to a pollutant. The reason for the recall is that...
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The start of school places a significant burden on parents: the turnover of pawnshops also increases during this period
The new school year will start soon, so many families spend part of their August income on school supplies and school bags. Enrollment in school places a significant burden on...
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Revolut is planning more and more serious steps in Hungary
The fintech company Revolut, which defines itself as a technology company, has made significant progress in Hungary. The company that offers mobile phone and card financial operations recently reached 1.5...
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LG’s transceiver module developed for Volkswagen has received a hacker-proof certificate
The V2X (vehicle-to-everything) solution developed by LG Electronics (LG) for Volkswagen, which enables communication between vehicles and their environment, received the Common Criteria (CC) certificate, an internationally recognized standard in...
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The proportion of people living in independent households has increased significantly
63 percent of young Hungarians live in independent households, which is a particularly high proportion compared to the data of the last decade. However, what are the plans of the...
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Majority of young people think bank cards can retire now
According to the latest K&H youth index survey, in Q2 2024 72% of 19-29 year olds thought paying with their smartphone or smart watch was just as secure as a...
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