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Innovation, expansion and foreign investors: Hungary is heading to the forefront of the industrial real estate market
Hungary will focus on showcasing significant industrial and logistics real estate developments that support strong foreign direct investment inflows at the world’s leading real estate development exhibition, MIPIM, in Cannes...
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NAV: Tax inspectors found almost two tons of expired cheese in a van
Almost two tons of expired cheese of unknown origin were found by tax officers in a van that was checked on the M3 motorway, the National Tax and Customs Administration...
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January Purchasing Managers’ Index shows slight decline
According to a recent report by the Hungarian Logistics, Purchasing and Inventory Association (MLBKT), the seasonally adjusted Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) for January 2025 fell to 49.8 points. This result...
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European Purchasing Power 2024: Hungary in 30th place
According to the latest analysis by GfK, the average purchasing power per capita of the European population in 2024 will be 18,768 euros, which is an increase of 3.9% compared...
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SAP: Boredom is the death of the brand
Almost half of Generation Z members are abandoning brands that are becoming boring. Younger consumers want more: they don’t stay loyal to a product or brand because they liked it,...
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Demand for free products is growing – consumer habits are changing
The number of people following special diets is constantly increasing, but conscious nutrition and health considerations are also playing an increasingly important role in consumer decisions. According to Kifli.hu statistics,...
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The leasing market is performing well, but companies remain cautious
The number of new leasing contracts increased last year, but the performance showed significant differences between the individual segments: the financing of passenger and light commercial vehicles continued to strengthen,...
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Finland’s Oddlygood buys British brand Rude Health
Nordic vegan market leader Oddlygood has acquired Rude Health, one of the UK’s best-known plant-based drinks brands. Founded in 2005, Rude Health produces oat, almond, soy and other plant-based milk...
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The Budapest Stock Exchange opened the year with momentum
The leading index of the Budapest Stock Exchange opened the year with momentum: the nearly 8 percent plus in January is twice the inflation rate for the whole year last...
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Job Tinder at the Technical University
The country’s largest and oldest job exchange, Job Tinder, will be launched on March 11-12, helping prospective or already graduated engineers find the best job for them. The Job Exchange...
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Health-focused juices gaining popularity in the Middle East
Health-focused juices gaining popularity in the Middle East Despite the health trend, affordability is still a key concern. The Middle East is rapidly becoming a key player in the global...
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“Look into the future!” – innovation award for Generation Z from Bosch and Richter
The world is already facing many challenges, but the future will present us with even more fateful choices. The Bosch Group in Hungary and Richter Gedeon Plc. believe that the...
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Carrefour wants to expand Belgian Sunday openings
Carrefour intends to open its Belgian company-operated stores (44 supermarkets and 40 hypermarkets) on Sundays as well. The unions were “surprised” by the initiative, but are “willing to engage in discussions”. As...
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Nespresso introduces paper coffee capsules in Germany
Nespresso has introduced paper-based coffee capsules across Germany from 17 February 2025. The innovative capsules, which are made from 82% paper pulp, offer a more sustainable alternative, according to the...
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Law Story 3 – International Children’s Drawing Competition to Learn About the World of Law
The Pro Veritate Association has announced the Jog Story international children’s drawing competition this year, which introduces the world of law to children aged 6-15 in a creative and playful...
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EY: Only a few days left for domestic companies to request the suspension of tariffs on their products
Companies that want to import goods that are not available in the European Union or that are only available in limited quantities in the EU, duty-free or with a reduced...
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Koelnmesse has had a successful year and looks confidently towards 2025
Despite the challenges, Koelnmesse closed 2024 with strong financial results and is entering the 2025 business year with confidence. The Cologne-based trade fair company recorded sales of around 365 million...
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Labor shortage eases in Germany due to economic slowdown
The slowdown in German economic activity has reduced the demand for skilled workers, and companies are less aware of the labor shortage, according to a study published on Monday by...
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DM further expanded its charity program called Together for Babies
This year, dm drugstore organized its Together for Babies program, in which 260 dm stores took on the symbolic role of godparents for 260 families with young children in difficult...
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Melted cheese is popular in every culture
Melted cheese dishes are a global favorite, especially in the cold winter months. From Swiss fondue to Georgian khachapuri and American mac & cheese, each dish has its own rich...
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Fruit syrups in the price storm
As the price level of soft drinks is on the rise, more and more people are choosing fruit syrups – but just like in all other product categories, the price/value...
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Inflation accelerated in Russia in January
In Russia, annual inflation accelerated to 9.92 percent in January from 9.52 percent in December, while experts’ average expectations were 10 percent, the Russian statistics agency reported. In January, consumer...
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Two-thirds of companies plan AI automation projects in 2025
This year’s most significant technological focus areas will be AI, business intelligence and automation, while the biggest challenge may be cost and human resource constraints, according to the Protechtor CIO...
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Selective waste collection is improving nationwide
MOHU will double the frequency of collection of selectively collected paper, plastic and metal waste from households from this year onwards in all settlements with a population of more than...
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(HU) Fontos határidő közeleg a katás vállalkozók számára
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BÉT Legek: Equilor wins the “Investment Service Provider of the Year” award again
Equilor Befektetési Zrt was awarded the “Investment Service Provider of the Year” award by the Budapest Stock Exchange’s professional jury at the BÉT Legek 2024 awards ceremony. The recognition was...
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Lidl Ireland Plans To Invest €600m In New Stores, Distribution Centre
Lidl Ireland plans to invest €600 million over the next five years in expanding its store network and consolidating its logistical operations. The investment will see the discounter opening around...
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ISM 2025: Sweet Euphoria, With Full Halls, Good Business, And A Top Atmosphere
ISM, in Cologne, confirmed its position as the leading worldwide trade fair of a flourishing sweet-and-snack industry from 2 to 5 February 2025. The event impressively demonstrated that the industry is...
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Mars sets 2030 target for fully segregated cocoa in products
It will only use cocoa from farms in the program or certified by approved bodies. Mars, Incorporated, home to brands such as M&Ms, Skittles and Twix, has announced its goal...
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An important deadline is approaching for entrepreneurs in Kata
An important deadline is approaching for kata entrepreneurs: they must submit their tax returns for the previous year by February 25. The Számlázz.hu database, which has nearly 800,000 registered businesses,...
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