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McDonald’s fights back: price cuts in the US to restore ‘affordable’ image
In some locations across the United States, the price of a Big Mac meal climbed as high as $18 (≈HUF 6,400), prompting McDonald’s to launch a nationwide round of price...
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MNB: central bank launches new tool to help compare banking fees
Based on an agreement between the Hungarian National Bank and the Hungarian Banking Association, the MNB will now publish the annual fees of all account packages available to the public...
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The harvest in Szekszárd started early: Irsai is already in the cellar, the rosé base is coming
The harvest in the Szekszárd wine region started earlier this year, at the beginning of August: due to the persistent heat, producers are forced to pick early varieties ahead of...
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Shell remains the world’s most valuable oil and gas brand, according to Brand Finance
Shell has retained its top spot on the list of the world’s most valuable oil and gas brands, despite its value falling 10 percent to $45.4 billion in a year,...
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Industrial producer prices in Germany fell in July
In Germany, industrial producer prices fell more sharply than analysts had expected in July compared to the previous year, according to a report by the German Federal Statistical Office, Destatis,...
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Metsä Board awarded EcoVadis Platinum rating again – among the top 1% of the world’s most sustainable companies in its category
Metsä Board, the leading European producer of premium fresh fibre paperboards and part of Metsä Group, has once again achieved the highest Platinum level in the 2025 EcoVadis sustainability assessment....
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The 13th Tisza PET Cup has ended
The XIII. Tisza PET Cup, which is the oldest in the series of river cleaning competitions, has concluded, as it was the start of the environmental movement in 2013. Between...
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Help arrives for producers who suffered severe spring frost damage
The government is committed to supporting the horticultural sector even in the midst of challenges, therefore, following consultation with sector players, the Ministry of Agriculture has created the possibility of...
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When the HÉV was too crowded: the influencer living off her pension took a taxi home
In one week, a foreign fashion event, festival work and unexpected everyday expenses put the participants of K&H’s eternally active campaign to a serious test. The latest series of events...
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Grapevine golden yellow disease also appeared in Békés County
The National Food Chain Safety Authority (Nébih) first confirmed the presence of the pathogen causing grape golden yellow disease in Békés County in laboratory samples taken in Újkígyós and then...
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Nébih tips for baking and storing homemade bread – Food safety and waste prevention on the holiday of new bread
August 20th is the New Bread Festival, which is an excellent opportunity to try baking bread at home – not only for the sake of preserving traditions, but also for...
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Mondelēz and Tesco trial Cadbury packaging with 60% less plastic
Mondelēz, the parent company of Cadbury and other snack brands, is partnering with Tesco to trial new packaging on Cadbury Crunchie multipacks, which lowers the outer plastic used. As part...
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Kneipp recalls “Lebensfreude” aromatic shower gel sold in Müller stores
In order to protect consumers, Kneipp is recalling the Aroma-Pflegedusche Lebensfreude (200 ml, EAN 4008233114781). The recall only affects items 2506917, 2506918 and 2506919, which are distributed in Hungary by...
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NAK village economists prepare farm transfer applications for free
The National Chamber of Agriculture is helping its members with a new service. Similar to small-scale and young farmer applications, NAK village economist advisors prepare and submit applications for support...
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Rewe Group strengthens convenience competence
Rewe Group is reaffirming its role as Germany’s leading innovator in the convenience retail segment. The retail giant has launched its first highway-based Rewe To Go and expanded its autonomous...
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German Gingerbread Makers Begin Christmas Production in Summer
In Germany, the festive spirit arrives early: gingerbread producers have already kicked off their Christmas baking more than three months before Advent. At Lebkuchen Schmidt in Nuremberg, production lines run...
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Mixed Results For Carrefour In Italy And Brazil
Carrefour Italia reported sales of €1.77 billion in the first half of its 2025 financial year – a 3.7% decrease from the same period in 2024. The company experienced a...
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Rural tourism not only brings economic benefits, but also strengthens the identity of local people
The 2025 rural tourism development application program for local governments aims to enable settlements to initiate real change through practical training based on local cooperation – writes the Hello Press!...
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Rising prices and growing egg trade in the EU
According to data from the European Commission, the EU (EU27) was a net exporter of eggs and egg products in the first four months of 2025. Although imports increased by...
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New momentum in start-ups, but the decline in the number of companies has not stopped yet
A new wave of company formations hit the business sector in July, yet the long-term decline continues. Consumption is strengthening, but the weakness of the production sectors is hindering recovery....
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New simplifications in sustainability reporting
On July 11, 2025, the European Commission adopted an amendment to the sustainability reporting rules (“ESRS”), which specifically provides transitional relief for large, publicly listed companies falling under Wave 1....
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Three counties where Christmas is not the peak: retail trade is booming in the summer
Nationally, December is the peak month for retail: the holiday season and Black Friday push turnover 15–20% above the annual average, with Budapest seeing up to +25%. However, Somogy, Veszprém...
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SPAR’s logistics takes the next level with a 2.7 billion forint investment
SPAR Hungary spent more than HUF 700 million on the development of its logistics center in Üllő last year. This year, the company has invested around HUF 2 billion in...
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Hip hop as a fashion barometer – what do song lyrics reveal about the success of luxury brands?
If there were a job requirement that required listening to hip-hop every day, it would certainly apply to those working in the marketing and sales teams of major fashion houses....
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PENNY stores will be closed on August 20th
PENNY stores will be closed on August 20, the national holiday, while they will be open as usual on the days before and after the holiday. The holiday period can...
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Bubble tea: stock market fever, franchise boom and the “size vs. profit” dilemma
The bubble tea industry continues its rapid growth: according to Fortune Business Insights, the global market value could reach $2.83 billion by 2025 and $4.78 billion by 2032. This year,...
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One of Budapest’s busiest food courts has been renovated
The second-floor food court of Corvin Plaza, operated by Indotek Group, has undergone a complete renovation, allowing one of the busiest shopping centers in the capital to serve visitors at...
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Healthy choice, richer flavors – Celebrate new bread with organic and ancient grain flours!
In August, we traditionally celebrate bread baked from new grains, and the Ecological Agricultural Research Institute (ÖMKi) has also published its collection of ancient grain recipes on this occasion. The...
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Márton Nagy and Elek Nagy discussed the implementation of the Government-MKIK program
The implementation of the 2025–2030 strategic agreement signed between the Government and the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MKIK) for the period 2025–2030 was discussed by Minister of National...
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Here’s the warning: this much pálinka can be distilled each year without excise duty
A maximum of 86 liters of distillate can be produced annually as a private distiller without excise duty, and if there are several private distillers living in a household, the...
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