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Tourism expansion may continue this year – sector outlook

Tourism continued to grow by the end of the year: 5.8% more guest nights were registered in tourist accommodation, totaling 44.2 million in 2024. The growth – as was typical...

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Free cash withdrawals in stores: why don’t we use them?

More than a year and a half ago, a regulation came into force in Hungary that allows customers to withdraw up to 40,000 forints in cash per month at store...

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In the shadow of bird flu: the Hungarian poultry sector amid restrictions and challenges

The avian influenza epidemic that emerged in Hungary in 2020 still has a significant impact on the domestic poultry sector. The virus has serious consequences not only for the flocks,...

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MentesFeszt is one of the largest domestic events for a health-conscious lifestyle

We live in a world of diverse nutritional trends. We hear more and more about veganism, protein-rich diets, and even paleo and keto lifestyles. So, there are those who eat...

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Lidl reduces egg prices

Lidl Hungary is once again making Hungarian customers happy and starting today, it is reducing the price of one of the most important staple foods: eggs will be cheaper by...

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What makes a breakfast truly nutritious? – Tips for a healthy start to the day

Breakfast is one of the most important meals, which plays a key role in the proper functioning of our body and mind. The Digestive Well-being Program, launched by the Hungarian...

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Positive Adamsky’s most successful agency leaders of the year

Two management members of Positive Adamsky won agency leadership categories in the Agency People of the Year competition. Andrea Nagy, CEO of Positive Adamsky’s PR member agency, was named Head...

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NGM: public confidence is strengthening, domestic tourism closed a record year in 2024

The number of guest nights spent by foreign guests in Budapest increased significantly, by nearly 20 percent. As a result of the increased desire to travel, the income of accommodation...

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Red Bull Zero returns with a new taste and look

One of the largest energy drink companies is starting the year with a brand new flavor that is free of calories and sugar. The renewed Red Bull Zero is an...

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Beetroot is an increasingly popular vegetable among both producers and consumers

The area under beetroot cultivation in our country is increasing year by year, and thanks to the modernization of production, the average yield per hectare is also continuously increasing –...

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No significant change in pear prices

According to preliminary data from the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA), 1.79 million tons of pears were produced in the European Union in 2024. This quantity is more (+5...

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ALDI customers collected 210 tons of donations for charity

ALDI also participated in numerous charity campaigns in 2024, and, involving its customers, collected a record amount of donations for those in need in collaboration with several organizations at the...

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Digital security is not a luxury, but a basic necessity

Today is World Data Protection Day, an annual event that draws attention to the critical role that data protection plays in the digital world. Modern life is now largely online:...

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We are further strengthening our agricultural relations with France

France is an important ally of our country in order to strengthen the Common Agricultural Policy and preserve its resources – said István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture, who received Jonathan...

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The situation of Hungarian pharmacies: changes in 2024 and challenges in 2025

The Association of Network Pharmacies (HGYSZ) held a comprehensive press conference on the current situation of the domestic pharmacy sector, the experiences of 2024 and the challenges expected for 2025....

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Bird flu hits US egg market: rising prices and empty shelves

The US egg market has been severely affected by the bird flu epidemic that began in 2022, which is causing serious challenges not only for producers but also for consumers....

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Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) has appeared in Hungary

The laboratory of the National Food Chain Safety Authority (Nébih) has detected the presence of the PPR virus in Zala County. The animals were transported to Hungary from a collection...

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Coca-Cola taps into nostalgia with launch of Orange Cream flavor

The beverage, which reaches stores on Feb. 10, was developed following consumer demand. It is expected to remain on shelves until early 2026. Coca-Cola is launching an Orange Cream variety...

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We are further strengthening our agricultural relations with France

France is an important ally of our country in strengthening the Common Agricultural Policy and preserving its resources, said István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture, who received Jonathan Lacôte, Ambassador of...

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Corn producer prices up 30 percent year-on-year

According to Tallage, the spot export price of corn grown in the United States increased to $212/ton (+$4) between December 12 and January 9. In Argentina, the free-on-board (FOB) price...

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Kaufland discontinues fulfillment service

German online marketplace Kaufland is discontinuing Fulfillment by Kaufland (FBK). The service will remain active until February 28, after which stored products will be returned free of charge to the...

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Carrefour Teams Up With Lagardère For French Train Station Stores

Retailer Carrefour has teamed up with Lagardère Travel Retail to roll out approximately 150 outlets in French stations over the next five years. Carrefour CEO Alexandre Bompard said in a...

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ew financing opportunities serve agricultural enterprises

New financing opportunities serve agricultural enterprises so that they can maintain their competitiveness and access technological solutions that mitigate production difficulties – said the Minister of Agriculture at a press...

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GKI analysis: Don’t let anyone else do the work for you

An often-mentioned element of economic competitiveness is exportability. If a company’s products can be sold abroad at a good price (e.g., products of domestic pharmaceutical manufacturers), this improves the operation...

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Randstad: a magyarországi vállalatok 50 százaléka nettó árbevételének növekedésére számít az idén

50 percent of the Hungarian companies surveyed expect their net sales to increase this year, with two-thirds of those affected expecting a 4-10 percent increase, and 21 percent expecting an...

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Waiting for GDP growth: the Hungarian economy recovering from an uncertain situation

The Hungarian economy is expected to start growing more strongly in the second half of 2025. Equilor Investment Co. forecasts that GDP will grow by 2.2% this year and by...

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Over one billion bottles recycled in six months in Hungary

Hungary’s mandatory deposit return system (DRS), launched six months ago, has already delivered impressive results, with over one billion beverage containers recycled by early January. According to MOHU, the system...

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Gordon Ramsay chose Rama’s plant-based butter alternative

Flora Food Group, which also produces and distributes Flora and Rama margarines, has signed a partnership agreement with Gordon Ramsay. As part of the joint work, the world-famous chef shows...

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Bocuse d’Or: Thirteenth place and special award for best dish for Hungary

At one of the world’s most prestigious gastronomic competitions, the Bocuse d’Oron, Hungary came in 13th place, but the outstanding performance of the Hungarian team was recognized with a special...

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The developer has revealed new details about the recently launched qvik payment system

The qvik payment service has been introduced in certain Príma stores, part of one of Hungary’s most significant domestic retail chains. Initially, the retail chain enables the implementation of qvik...

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