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Export increased by 10.9 percent in September
In September, the value of exports in euro terms increased by 10.9 percent and imports by 6.5 percent year-on-year. The foreign trade surplus increased by 385 million euros to 566...
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Tesco banishes plastic bags
Tesco takes another step towards reducing the environmental footprint by offering recycled paper bags instead of plastic bags so far available for online shopping. From now on, the supermarket chain...
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The basic map of the country’s ecosystem has been completed
A basic map of Hungary’s ecosystem has been completed, which presents and assesses the state of the country’s natural systems – the Deputy Minister of State of the Ministry of...
Read moreITM: the new SME strategy promises a more efficient distribution of grants
The government’s new strategy for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will make more effective use of resources to strengthen Hungarian-owned firms – the Minister of State of the Ministry of...
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Dm and rossman innovate with machines
Customers can buy shampoo, shower gel and other drug paraphernalia through refillable vending machines in the Czech Republic – penzcentrum.hu wrote. Dm and Rossman promise that the solution will be...
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Fifty million forints worth counterfeit perfumes were seized near Rajka
More than three thousand bottles of counterfeit branded perfumes worth about 54 million HUF have been seized by financial officers near Rajka, and a case has been prosecuted for violating...
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Alibaba set a record
On the occasion of Singles Day China’s Alibaba reached record sales – 268.4 billion yuan (11,577 billion HUF) worth of products were sold, which is a 26 percent increase, compared...
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Those companies are making progress that recruit the most talented people
Our magazine interviewed László Békefi, country general manager of Coca-Cola HBC Magyarország. There have been great changes at the company recently – product categories were extended and new managers fill...
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Coop Switzerland Launches New Tea Varieties
Coop Switzerland has introduced three new tea varieties, produced in China, Japan and Rwanda, under its Coop Fine Food brand. Coop Fine Food Rhubarb Blue Oolong is a traditional Chinese...
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Magazine: The Trade Parliament was in session (Part 1)
This year our magazine organised the Business Days conference in Tapolca under the name Trade Parliament, between 16 and 20 September. A record-breaking 750 FMCG experts and decision-makers came to learn...
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Trade Alliance: is expected to generate 1,200 billion HUF in sales this Christmas
Hungarians will spend 1,200 billion HUF this year on Christmas in December, which is a record – Vámos György, general secretary of the National Trade Association told M1 news channel...
Read moreKSH: consumer prices increased by 2.9 percent in October
Consumer prices were on average 2.9 percent higher in October than one year before, which is a 0.6 percent increase, compared to September – the Central Statistical Office (KSH) announced...
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The COOP chain was again recognized as an energy conscious company
This year, again, the COOP Economic Group has been recognized with the Energy Conservation Company trademark. For the second time since last year, the chain won the title at the...
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Hungarian goose production is also dominant at European level
Hungarian goose production is also dominant at European level, with 1.3 million geese last year – the National Chamber of Agriculture (NAK) and the Poultry Product Council (BTT) announced on...
Read moreSyngenta invests 2 billion dollars in sustainable farming
• Syngenta dedicates $2 billion over five years to innovation specifically targeted at delivering a step change in agricultural sustainability • CEO Erik Fyrwald commits Syngenta to drive two technological...
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Frutti and Veggi raise awareness of the importance of consuming vegetables and fruits again this year
The National Chamber of Agriculture’s European Fresh Adventures campaign drew more than a million people’s attention on healthy eating, on the consumption of vegetables and fruits in the second year...
Read morePM has agreed with EU finance ministers on tax exemptions for home-made pálinka
Tax exemptions on home-made pálinka were again discussed at a meeting of the European Union’s finance ministers in Brussels – Finance Minister Varga Mihály said after the meeting, according to...
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You can be Messi at this year’s BrandFestival
Top international speakers will analyze future trends on 20-21 November at the Budapest Music Center’s BrandFestival stage. Over 100 speakers, including 15 international experts, will analyze future trends in marketing...
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How long you can eat the food?
Do not use the term warranties in food. Shelf life: at least one month Consumption time: maximum one month Expiry date: Valid only if food is properly stored Unpackaged products:...
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Nagy István: Hungarian agricultural technologies can be used to develop African agriculture
Hungarian agricultural technologies can improve the agriculture of the African countries, which, besides economic and social impacts, can contribute to adaptation to climate change, the Minister of Agriculture said in...
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Martin’s Day programs are offered to visitors on the weekend in the Etyek
On Saturday, the Goose Feast will be held again, featuring goose dishes, new wine and, according to tradition, a goose run. The local wineries will offer visitors programs and goose...
Read moreVAT on feminine hygiene products can be reduced in Germany
VAT on women’s hygiene products can be reduced in in Germany – the Federal Parliament (Bundestag) approved a proposal on Thursday. Legislation on the reduction of VAT on menstruation-related products...
Read moreConsumer sentiment in the United States improved in November
In the United States, consumer sentiment improved slightly less than expected, reaching a four-month peak in November, according to the University of Michigan’s survey. The November University of Michigan consumer...
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Exclusive: Beyond Meat eyes production in Asia before the end of 2020
Beyond Meat Inc (BYND.O) aims to start production in Asia before the end of next year, as it gets closer to selling its popular plant-based meat products in China. While...
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Coca-Cola unveils new sparkling water brand with a jolt of caffeine
Coca-Cola on Thursday unveiled a new sparkling water line, its first new brand in more than a decade. The beverage giant will launch AHA on March 2 in the United...
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Ferrero Launches Nutella Biscuits In Italy
Ferrero has introduced Nutella Biscuits in Italy, months after its launch in France, reports suggest. The product combines the crunchiness of shortbread biscuits with the taste and texture of Nutella,...
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Magazine: Strong brands among meat-based spreads
Values sales are growing in the meat-based spread category, while volume sales are decreasing a little. Annual sales are around 9,230 tons and according to Pick Szeged Zrt.’s interim marketing...
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The European Commission has revised its forecast for the Hungarian economy this year
The European Commission has revised its forecast for the Hungarian gross domestic product (GDP) growth, according to which economic growth is expected to be 4.6 percent this year, the third...
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