Events
The food price cap may remain until Easter
According to the latest press reports, the government would extend the price freeze until Easter. In addition, the government envisages greater penalties than at present, as well as stricter controls,...
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That’s why food prices have skyrocketed the most in Hungary
Food prices fell the most in Hungary, even though the war sanctions affect the whole of Europe, and the drought also hit Romania to a similar extent as our country....
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This is how consumer prices changed between November 2021 and November 2022
MTI published a telling table on the change in consumer prices, which also shows the 43.8 percent food inflation....
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Media campaigns are also becoming greener
Reducing carbon dioxide emissions is the most important tool in the hands of companies to fight against the effects of climate change. This area already receives a lot of attention...
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E-commerce: 60 percent of people still pay cash on delivery today
While in 2015, customers paid for 80 percent of products upon delivery, according to the GKI survey, today the situation is somewhat more favorable: only 60 percent ask for cash...
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MNB: according to the American economist, there is no green transition without cooperation
International cooperation and dialogue must be prioritized in solving global issues such as a sustainable, green transition – said economics professor Jeffrey D. Sachs, director of Columbia University’s Center for...
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AM State Secretary: a uniform EU nutritional labeling system is needed
Confusion is caused by the oversupply of nutrition labels on food packaging on the EU market, which is why the European Commission (EC) would introduce a harmonized system (FOPNL), which...
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Another product has entered the national tobacco shops
On December 7, the Parliament decided that as of February 1, 2023, herbal heating sticks will also be subject to a stamp. After a 150-day transition period, from July 1,...
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Coop Switzerland introduces milk in returnable glass bottles
In the first phase more than 100 Coop stores sell Naturplan organic milk in glass bottle packaging. Shoppers need to pay a deposit when purchasing the 1-litre product, and the...
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This year again, Mészáros Group is donating ten thousand food packages to those in need
As in previous years, Mészáros Group will donate ten thousand food packages to the needy through the Pro Filii Foundation, which coordinates its charitable activities, announced the general secretary of...
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K&H: the exchange rate change is a bigger problem than the lack of people, the companies say
According to 53 percent of SMEs, exchange rate fluctuations, lack of professionals, cost increases, inflation and material shortages together affect the operation of domestic businesses more than the coronavirus epidemic,...
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Electricity saving efforts by Delhaize Serbia
Delhaize Serbia has announced measures to save electricity and raise awareness about responsible consumption, in response to the growing energy crisis. The retailer will turn off all illuminated advertising in stores,...
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Pumpkin: delicious, healthy – and also used in the cosmetics industry
Every year more pumpkins are consumed in our country. Pumpkin is extremely healthy, and its imports are minimal – it is clear from the overview of the National Chamber of...
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13th Hungarian Treasures programme commences
The 13th Hungarian Treasures programme of Hungarian Product Nonprofit Kft. took 40 representatives of 30 trademark using companies to Szerencs and its surroundings. Managing director Eszter Benedek explained that the Hungarian...
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Alcampo, Ocado And Prologis Partner To Develop New Madrid CFC
Alcampo and technology company Ocado have partnered with property logistics firm Prologis, Inc. to develop a new customer fulfilment centre (CFC) in Madrid. Alcampo’s Prologis Park San Fernando DC3 will...
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The general meetings have decided: the giant bank will be created
On December 9, the general meeting of MKB Bank and Takarékbank accepted the second step of Magyar Bankholding’s merger schedule, and the general meeting of MKB Bank also decided to...
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Sainsbury’s taps L’Oréal to offer AI-powered skincare consultations
Sainsbury’s has teamed up with beauty retailer L’Oréal to offer AI-powered skincare consultations for shoppers. Staff at over 100 Sainsbury’s stores will be receiving iPads loaded with AI skincare tech by...
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Salary and benefits, what should be included in the job advertisement?
One of the most difficult parts of a job advertisement to write is the “What we offer” section. While we have a concrete idea of what kind of duties we...
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Katjes to buy dental care brands from Henkel
Katjes has announced the acquisition of Henkel’s oral care business, including the brand rights, through its subsidiary Bübchen Bodycare. The acquired brands generated net sales of more than €50 million...
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Employee loyalty can be strengthened even without a wage increase
In addition to the SZÉP card, company programs, telephone or laptop, company cars and training are the most popular non-standard benefits at domestic companies, according to a survey of more...
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The new common agricultural policy helps farmers with significant resources
In the new EU support period between 2023-2027, the common agricultural policy offers Hungarian farmers a variety of choices. Acquaintance with the new rules is now one of the most...
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Food price increase reaches 40% in October
Consumer prices elevated by 21.1% in October 2022, in comparison with October 2021. In one month prices became 2% higher on average. Food prices jumped 40% in comparison with October...
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Further sales decrease in FMCG retail in September
The Central Statistical Office (KSH) has reported: like-for-like retail volume sales were up 3% in September 2022; adjusted for calendar effects, the sales growth was also 3%. However, volume sales...
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Even more transaction data in the new OTP MobilBank
OTP Bank has made more transaction data available in its mobile bank service. As a result of development implemented in partnership with Mastercard, retailer logos and store locations on a...
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Coca-Cola HBC Magyarország enters the snack category
Coca-Cola HBC Magyarország is testing its latest biscuit brand in Hungary’s HUF 80bn snack market: MyWellness flavoured oat and functional biscuits are available in 19 Hungarian Auchan stores from November....
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KSH: Food prices rose by 3.6 percent in November
In November, consumer prices exceeded a year earlier by an average of 22.5 percent. In the past year, household energy and food prices have risen the most, the Central Statistical...
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UK Co-op uses Starship robots in Cambridge
Following a successful pilot period, UK retailer Co-op has launhced delivery robots in Cambridge, in cooperation with the Cambridgeshire County Council and Starship Technologies. Co-op’s delivery service is available to...
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HBLF year-end, Diversity Charter signing and Diversity Award Ceremony 2022
2022 was an exciting and eventful year for the Hungarian Business Leaders Forum (HBLF) and its member companies, which celebrated its 30th anniversary this year. HBLF 2022 Year-End event was...
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Will the prices in the food chains rise again from January?!
Food manufacturers and food chains agree that future food promotions should be reconsidered, and that if the currently high raw material prices decrease in the future, food prices may also...
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GfK: The global market for consumer durables closes the year struggling with a slowdown
The global market for technical electronics and consumer durables (T&D) faces a challenging promotional season again this year. Despite this, the consumer electronics and IT categories remain very popular with...
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