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Auchan GO: the first smart store is now open in Budapest
On 10 April Auchan Magyarország opened its new innovative store: the first Auchan GO is in Bikás Park, in the Újbuda district of the capital city. This article is available...
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GOURMET REVELATIONS wet cat food
All of our super-premium GOURMET wet cat foods are formulated by experts to give your cat a complete, balanced diet. The product range is now extended with two new flavours:...
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There will be ATMs in every settlement, and cash withdrawals will also be more convenient
ATM services will become available in all Hungarian settlements, while the rules for cash withdrawals will also become more favorable, the Ministry of National Economy announced. According to the legislative...
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EU restricts cash payments
The European Union will cap the amount of cash payments from 2027: according to the new rule, a maximum of ten thousand euros – or more than four million forints...
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New director at Hunguest’s hotels in Hévíz
From April 1, András Martos will hold the position of director of Hunguest Helios and Hunguest Panoráma hotels. The professional joined the Hunguest Hévíz team in September 2024, having previously...
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KPMG on Cybersecurity: Service instead of vulnerability
The rapid evolution of the digital environment, driven by technologies like artificial intelligence, is redefining almost every aspect of professional and personal life, making cybersecurity a universal concern, not just...
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Declining turnover in the pesticide market in 2024
Based on the data received, the net sales revenue of total pesticide sales in 2024 was 133 billion forints, which was 10.5 percent lower than in 2023. The sales prices...
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Carrefour sales under pressure in France and Belgium
Mixed figures from Carrefour in Europe in the first quarter are compensated by strong results in Latin America. The retailer continues to invest in price cuts, private brands, e-commerce and...
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Chobani to spend $1.2B on New York dairy processing plant
The 1.4 million-square-foot factory, which will create more than 1,000 jobs, is the largest facility investment in the yogurt giant’s history. Chobani is spending $1.2 billion to build a dairy...
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MHC Mobility’s 2025 National Fleet Survey on Key Industry Trends and Challenges for Companies Completed
The recent National Fleet Survey conducted by MHC Mobility has shown that the fleet management habits of Hungarian companies are undergoing significant changes. The survey results highlight that more and...
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AM: Minister of Agriculture declares force majeure due to April frost damage
The spring frost damage that occurred at the beginning of April is recognized as a force majeure event for the entire territory of the country by István Nagy, Minister of...
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Shoppers expect to spend 8% more on groceries this summer than a year ago, survey finds
The majority of people who took part in a recent KPMG poll said they think tariffs will push up grocery prices — a higher percentage than for any other category...
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New measures to eradicate bird flu epidemics
Waterfowl farmers who agree not to produce for three years may receive state support, announced Minister of Agriculture István Nagy on his social media page. The Ministry of Agriculture will...
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Targeting or Over-Targeting? – The New Marketing Dilemma
With billions of ad impressions, the key to marketing success today is balance: reaching a broad audience while connecting with people authentically and personally. The Variety Entertainment Marketing Summit was...
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Generali’s general meeting approved the 2024 financial report and elected the new board of directors
The 2025 General Meeting of the Generali Group approved the 2024 financial statements, which ended with a net profit of €3,724 million, and decided on a dividend of €1.43 per...
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AutoWallis Group strengthens in the large commercial vehicle market
The AutoWallis Group is further strengthening its presence in the Czech market after opening its first large commercial vehicle sales point and service in the Czech Republic. The 3,400 square...
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István Nagy: Animal keepers have a huge responsibility in curbing the foot-and-mouth disease virus
Animal keepers have a huge responsibility in stopping the spread of the foot-and-mouth disease virus, and all farmers must comply with the regulations – the Minister of Agriculture emphasized at...
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Grilling cheese – not only in the summer anymore
Following a sharp decline in 2023, the grilling cheese market returned to a growth path in 2024. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/5. “Although inflation and...
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The Ministry of Agriculture provides support for farmers in Natura 2000 grasslands
Those affected will receive much-awaited support, in the first round, more than 7,500 farmers in Natura 2000 grasslands will receive a compensation payment of almost 7.7 billion forints thanks to...
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The margin freeze could be extended to toiletries as well
Minister of National Economy Márton Nagy announced in a video posted on his Facebook page that, in addition to food, the margin reduction would be extended to household toiletries used...
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The SZÉP card, health fund membership and merchandise credit also increase the willingness to spend
The Széchenyi Holiday Card is part of everyday life: two-thirds of Hungarians who own a SZÉP card use it several times a month, according to a recent survey by Pepita.hu....
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Half of young people feel at least a 16 percent increase in prices
Young people experienced an average inflation rate of 19 percent in February this year, but the median value was also 16 percent, according to the latest results of the K&H...
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This is how much Hungarians spend on graduation
Graduation is one of the most important milestones in a young person’s life, and the range of gifts is accordingly wide: everything from simple attentions to luxury items can be...
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The EU is looking for new markets for the food industry
The loss of the American market poses a serious challenge for the European Union’s food exports, which is why the search for new trade opportunities has become more urgent than...
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The commercial real estate market is on the verge of recovery – MNB is confident
According to a recent report by the Hungarian National Bank (MNB), the commercial real estate market moved up from a multi-year low last year and further recovery can be expected...
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After margin freeze: sour cream prices continue to fall
More than a month has passed since the government introduced a margin freeze on thirty products, including dairy products. In the case of sour cream, the price drop was particularly...
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Expanding food production capacity: SPAR Hungary will spend approximately HUF 1.9 billion on the development of its plants in 2025
SPAR Hungary will expand its Regnum Meat Plants in Bicske and Perbál and its SPAR enjoy. convenience plant in Üllő with equipment that will significantly increase its production capacity this...
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Strawberry season 2025: the popular fruit still hasn’t gotten cheaper
The strawberry season traditionally starts in spring in our country, but due to the continuous price increase in recent years, fewer and fewer people can afford to regularly buy this...
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A new variety of tomato has been added to Lidl’s shelves – Herencsényi seedlings for biodiversity
The diversity of landscape varieties plays a key role in adapting to the constantly changing environment, weather and market demands. Now the Herencsényi landscape variety tomato has also been added...
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Is game over for Temu and Shein in Europe, too?
The European market is facing a new challenge due to the US trade restrictions: packages from Shein, Temu and AliExpress are increasingly flowing into the EU. Due to the economic...
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