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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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The digital transformation index of Hungarian companies has plummeted
According to the K&H 2024 second half innovation index research, the innovation activity of Hungarian companies has fallen sharply in recent times. The implemented innovation sub-index has shown a significant...
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Valentine’s Day chocolate gift giving has become a luxury
In Belgium, Valentine’s Day chocolates have traditionally symbolized the intensity of love, but this year they are more a testament to the depth of one’s wallet. Due to the soaring...
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Hungarian e-commerce: why Hungarian-owned players were forced to retreat
What had been expected for years has happened: in the rapidly developing electronic retail and logistics sector, Hungarian-owned players have been unable to compete with foreign players. The result: the...
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The EU will take firm action against measures that hinder free trade
The European Commission considers US President Donald Trump’s trade policy based on the principle of “reciprocity” a step in the wrong direction, does not see the increase in export tariffs...
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The impact of bird flu is also being felt in trade
The United States is facing a growing egg shortage as bird flu has decimated the egg population in recent years. More than 100 million laying hens have died since 2022,...
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The proportion of sugary soft drinks on the shelves of domestic stores is decreasing
In recent years, the supply of sugary soft drinks in domestic stores has decreased significantly, which is welcomed by dieticians. The trend was partly shaped by efforts to reduce global...
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Where are you Hungarian innovation? Where are you Hungarian innovators?
99% of Hungarian companies do not know that they can start with just one idea in a 100% intensity application, and that the EU offers complex support systems almost at...
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Chamber of Commerce’s little smart guy helps producers involved in farm transfers
The National Chamber of Agriculture has prepared a guide for its membership on farm transfer. The detailed flowchart and information sheet present the most important steps and deadlines for farm...
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Coffee Bar Bazaar with a record number of exhibitors
A record number of exhibitors are coming to the 15th KávéBár Bázár, which, in addition to tastings, will offer workshops, coffee championships and prize games on Saturday and Sunday in...
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The Czech Republic exported a record amount of beer last year
Czech breweries exported a record 6.13 million hectoliters of beer last year, the Czech Statistical Office announced in Prague on Friday. The largest volumes of Czech beer were consumed in...
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foodora: Condoms are being ordered as early as 7am on Valentine’s Day
Florists are busy, but many people also order chocolate and alcohol to their homes on February 14, according to foodora data. Most flowers are placed in virtual baskets in Budapest,...
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The growth of Hungarian e-commerce is now driven by imports
In 2024, the entire Hungarian e-commerce market, based on PwC’s measurements between Q1-Q3 and preliminary data for Q4, could reach a turnover of 1920 billion forints with a 15% increase...
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More than 2,400 samples competed at the 15th Quintessence Pálinka and Distillate Competition
A record number of more than 2,400 samples competed at the 15th anniversary Quintessence Pálinka and Distillate Competition in Debrecen, the organizers told MTI on Sunday. A total of 2,402...
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The government considers logistics to be a key sector of the Hungarian economy
Logistics is a key sector of the Hungarian economy, and the government has supported and continues to support numerous investments in the sector, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter...
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Inflation in Romania slowed to 4.95 percent in January
The annual inflation rate in Romania fell to 4.95 percent in January, the National Institute of Statistics (INS) announced on Friday. In December, the consumer price index was 5.14 percent...
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BSE 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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Hungarians have a hard time filtering out fake news, especially for young people
Fake news poses a threat to more than half of young people – this is revealed by the answers to the first Big Student Awareness Net Test. The national educational...
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Raisio to divest plant protein business to Valio in €7M deal amid market shift
Finnish food company Raisio is selling its plant protein business and fava bean brands Härkis and Beanit to Valio for €7 million (US$7.28 million). The sale agreement also includes fixed...
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Wine promotion support helps domestic producers access the market
A program to promote Hungarian wines domestically and abroad will soon be launched, and for the first phase, those affected can exceptionally submit their support applications between February 15 and...
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