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Successful bond issue auction closed by HELL ENERGY
The HELL ENERGY Magyarország Kft., Hungary’s leading producer and distributor of energy and soft drinks, was among the first to participate in the Hungarian National Bank’s Growth Bond Program (NKP)....
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You can receive Rossmann’s online order at the drugstore
A total of 44 stores in Budapest and its agglomeration also receive packages ordered at the Rossmann Online Drugstore. Rossmann’s drugstore chain has introduced an innovation that is welcomed by...
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Festive catch from turkey
The Hungarian family tradition of Christmas lunches and dinners include turkey delicacies for some time. In addition to the usual dishes, Dosso Gabi, the housewife of Gallicoop, offers us some...
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The gap between the richest and poorest EU member state is narrowing but still huge
Slightly reduced but still huge gap between richest (Luxembourg) and the poorest country (Bulgaria), according to a report released last Thursday by the Statistical Office of the European Union (Eurostat)....
Read moreGDP growth of the G20 was 0.7 percent in the third quarter
Similarly to the second quarter, the gross domestic product (GDP) of the G20, which comprises the 19 largest economies and the European Union, grew by 0.7 percent in the third...
Read moreThe international trade union is concerned about the deterioration of profitability in air freight transport
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) fears that profitability in air freight transport will continue to decline in 2020, which will lead to the failure of many companies. Andrew Matters,...
Read moreChinese retail sales increased significantly
In November, retail sales and industrial production in China increased with the highest annual growth of the past five months, according to a report from the Beijing National Bureau of...
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Professional success and major innovations at Auchan
Ildikó Balázs, head of corporate affairs and quality at Auchan was honoured with the Klauzál Gábor Certificate of Honour on Europe’s Day in Commerce. She received the prestigious prize for...
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(HU) Syngenta: érintetti fórum a fenntartható mezőgazdaságért
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Read moreGreen Btand is now a registered trademark by GREEN BRANDS Organization GmbH
The GREEN BRAND quality seal is now a registered EU Certification Mark and thus ensures that the awarded brands are genuinely eco-friendly and sustainable, and consequently contributes towards the protection...
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Salling Group Phases Out Own-Brand Products Containing Caged Eggs
Denmark’s Salling Group has announced that it has removed own-brand products containing eggs sourced from caged hens, from its Netto, Føtex, and Bilka stores. Eggs from caged hens were being...
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Aldi Announces Plan To Sell Blemished Apples
Aldi Nord and Aldi Süd have announced plans to sell blemished apples across all outlets to sensitise consumers about food waste and help farmers minimise losses on their produce. The...
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Edeka, Netto Marken-Discount Introduce Eco-Friendly Receipts
Germany’s Edeka and Netto Marken-Discount have announced that they have introduced eco-friendly paper for cash register rolls. The FSC-certified recyclable thermal paper in blue-grey colour uses heat to make the...
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Magazine: PayTechShow: Payment in just a second
The PayTechShow was organised for the first time in October, and its objective was to discuss the future of electronic payment services. Participants worked in three sections, there were nearly...
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The busiest season of the year starts in stores
The busiest season of the year will start in stores, with the biggest rush expected between 20-23 December – the MTI surveyed store chains told. Auchan expects sales growth of...
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Turkey Association: turkey meat turnover can grow by 10 percent during the holiday season
According to the Hungarian Turkey Association, the domestic trade of turkey meat will increase by about 10 percent in December compared to the other months of the year, and the...
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The agricultural ministry plans to double fish consumption
Fish consumption in Hungary has increased over the last ten years, but is still far below the EU average – Farkas Sándor, parliamentary Minister of State of the Ministry of...
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Nébih: national inspections on Christmas markets
Authorities across the country are conducting inspections at Advent and Christmas fairs because experience has shown that these are the places where most violations occur – Pleva György, director of...
Read moreALDI will spend 2.5 billion HUF on wage development in 2020
ALDI will spend 2.5 billion HUF on wage development in 2020, and from 1 January of next year will raise wages in all positions above inflation – the company told...
Read moreOpten: 44 percent more companies were terminated in November than created
With 1,912 company registrations, 1,303 company registrations were liquidated, and 44 percent more were closed i nNovember, according to an analysis by Opten. Pertics Richárd, Opten’s corporate information expert, said...
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Environmentally friendly bakery bags at the INTERSPAR stores
Following the introduction of the popular vegetable and fruit bags, customers will be able to take home baked goods in reusable bags from December this year. Available in two sizes,...
Read moreAM Minister of State: the AGROmashEXPO and Agri Machine Show show facilitate the knowledge of agro-industrial trends
In order to be successful in agriculture, it is important to be aware of the latest trends in the agro industry. The AGROmashEXPO and Agri Machine Show that will take...
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Dialogue is behind the good economic results
The success of the economy is welcomed, but decisions are needed to be taken now to maintain the current pace of growth – was said Müpa at this year’s Entrepreneurs...
Read moreThe representation of the Hungarian Export Development Agency in Moscow was opened
The Minister of Foreign Affairs opened a representation of the Hungarian Export Development Agency (HEPA) in Moscow on Friday. It is the job of the Hungarian government to help the...
Read moreRetail sales in the United States grew less than expected
Retail sales in the United States were lower than expected in November, according to a report released Friday by the Department of Commerce’s statistics agency Census Bureau. In November, retail...
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Britvic Announces Carbon Emission Reduction Targets
British soft drinks company Britvic has announced new carbon emission reduction targets to tackle climate change. The business has committed to halving emissions from its operations by 2025, with a...
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Carrefour Italia Acquires 28 Auchan Outlets From Conad
Carrefour Italia has signed an agreement with Conad to acquire 28 Auchan stores in the Lombardy region in Italy for an undisclosed amount, reports suggest. Most of the stores are...
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Valio Seeks To Personalise Healthy Eating With Vending Prototype
Finnish dairy company Valio has taken part in a research project headed by the VTT Technical Research Centre, to create a prototype for a personalised food dispensary product. The aim...
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Magazine: More stores can now use the SuperStore logo!
Trade magazin organised the SuperStore competition in 2019 too. It was an important criterion in the store design concept competition that retailers operating an online shop only weren’t eligible for...
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