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New opening and store modernisation from SPAR across Hungary
SPAR Magyarország has opened its latest supermarket in Szombathely, as a result of an investment of more than HUF 1bn. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/8-9....
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Gergely Gulyás: margin freeze extended until November 30
The margin freeze will be extended until November 30, the minister leading the Prime Minister’s Office announced on Monday in Budapest, on the Kormányinfo. Gergely Gulyás said that at its...
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The tightening of the mall ban affects a narrower circle, but it can still put a burden on retailers
According to a recent analysis by international law firm Taylor Wessing, the amendment to the retail regulation known as the mall stop will ultimately apply to a much narrower range...
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World instant noodle soup consumption sets new record – Hungary stable in TOP50
The world’s instant noodle soup consumption has reached a new peak: according to data from the World Instant Noodles Association (WINA), more than 123 billion servings were consumed globally in...
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The economic well-being of the population improved significantly in August, according to Századvég
According to the August 2025 survey by Századvég Konjunktúrakutató Zrt., the economic expectations of the population improved significantly (+4.0 index points), while the economic sentiment of companies also strengthened (+1.4...
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Lidl sells the Sugar-Free Cake of the Year for 1,199 forints
From August 28, Lidl Hungary will offer its Sugar-Free Cake of the Year 2025, the “Dreamer”, for just 1,199 forints. This is well below the 1,800–2,000 forints estimated by experts,...
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Hungarian expert on the jury of this year’s ICCO Global Awards
Judit Szabó, the head of corporate communications and sustainability at McDonald’s in Hungary, has been appointed as a member of the international jury for this year’s ICCO Global Awards. The...
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Kellogg’s banishes artificial colors from its cereals
Consumers of the popular Kellogg’s cereal will soon face a significant change. WK Kellogg Company has pledged to completely remove artificial food coloring from its products by the end of...
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Collecting selectively is a responsibility – Don’t leave out the beverage cartons!
Protecting the environment is our shared responsibility. One of the simplest yet most effective ways to contribute is selective waste collection. More and more households are separating packaging waste –...
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Serbian president announces margin reduction
Economic measures limiting the profit margins of retail chains to 20 percent will be introduced in Serbia, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced at a press conference on Sunday. Vucic highlighted...
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Will it not be sold in MediaMarkt stores in the near future?
The ownership structure of Germany’s Ceconomy AG, which operates the MediaMarkt and Saturn retail chains, is gradually becoming final: the largest shareholder will be China’s JD.com. However, Convergenta Invest, owned...
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German business sentiment improved in August, ifo survey finds
Business sentiment in Germany improved more strongly than analysts had expected in August, according to the latest survey by the ifo Institute for Economic Research at the University of Munich,...
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Retail sales growth accelerated in Poland in July
Poland’s retail sales growth accelerated more than expected in July on an annual basis. Retail sales rose 4.8 percent year-on-year in July after a 2.1 percent increase in June, the...
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Számlázz.hu, now 20 years old, expects a fintech revolution
Számlázz.hu, one of Hungary’s largest fintech companies, which helps nearly one million businesses, has turned twenty. According to CEO Balázs Ángyán, the field of financial administration is facing a revolutionary...
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French winemakers worried about US tariffs
The newly announced EU-US trade deal, which excludes wines and spirits from US import duties, has sparked serious concerns in France. This means that French exporters will have to pay...
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Driving safety and sunglasses: what does the latest research show?
Choosing the wrong pair of sunglasses can significantly jeopardize road safety. The wrong lens color or a shade that is too dark slows down the driver’s reaction time and impairs...
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New research: Vegetarians are not more docile, but more ambitious
A new study challenges the widespread stereotype that meat-free dieters are more peaceful and gentle than meat-eaters. According to psychological research published in the prestigious journal PLOS One, vegetarians, on...
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Master Wang is preparing to close due to a shortage of chefs
Master Wang, the capital’s most famous Chinese restaurateur, is forced to suspend two of his major projects planned for 2025, and one or two of his restaurants may even close...
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István Nagy: We must protect EU funds for farmers
Farmers will go bankrupt if the new European Union budget comes into effect in its current form. Brussels wants to give the funds for farmers to Ukraine – stated István...
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Nestlé develops novel technique to get more yield from cocoa fruit
Nestlé has developed a novel patented technique that utilizes up to 30% more cocoa fruit to produce chocolate while maintaining a great taste. This approach not only minimizes waste but...
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Training of trainers: a new era of earth observation has begun at the University of Sopron
A unique program supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) has begun at the University of Sopron. The one-week training, launched within the framework of the HunEdu project, focuses on...
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Human remains trade spreads in the UK – experts urge stricter laws
The trade in human remains is becoming increasingly alarming in the United Kingdom, writes Telex, following The Guardian. According to the newspaper’s report, social media and legal shortcomings contribute to...
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Rossmann launches wine in paper bottle
Rossmann has become the first major retailer in Germany to introduce a Weißburgunder (pinot blanc) wine in an innovative paper bottle, marking a bold step toward sustainability. The new packaging...
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More people choose air-conditioned restaurants
In the summer heat, air-conditioned guest spaces not only provide comfort, but also provide a competitive advantage for catering establishments – said Mihály Antal, technical expert of Gree air conditioners....
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MediaMarkt taking marketplace to Switzerland and Hungary
The trading volume of MediaMarkt’s marketplace was 90 percent higher than in the same quarter last year. The platform is contributing to the improved profitability of parent company Ceconomy. The...
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Ministry of Agriculture takes action to protect vineyards
The government is committed to strengthening the competitiveness of the domestic grape and wine sector, and producers can also count on the Ministry of Agriculture’s help in the fight against...
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GVH: margin reduction reduced prices, OKSZ disputes the effect
According to the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH), the margin cap has been effective, as it contributed to lowering the prices of the affected products. Citing data from the online Price...
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OKSZ has spoken out regarding the extension of the margin freeze
Viktor Orbán announced the extension of the margin freeze. The National Trade Association has drawn attention to the eroding and dispersing effect of margin regulation on the economy on several...
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The government has extended the margin freeze
Viktor Orbán announced in the Facebook group Harcosok Klubja that the government has made another decision on the regulation of margins on food and household goods: the margin freeze will...
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Counterfeit food: a serious health and economic risk
Many people believe that primarily luxury goods are counterfeited, but in reality, any type of food can be affected – from pastries and sweets to pasta, cheese, olive oil, chips,...
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