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Coffee prices are falling, can it be cheaper here too?
The U.S.–Brazil trade war has shaken the global coffee market: in August, Brazilian exports to the United States nearly halved, while prices worldwide hit record highs. The situation affects everyone...
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MMSZ Green Club meeting at Danone: sustainable operations in practice
Once again the joint event organised by the Green, HoReCa and Event Chapters of the Hungarian Marketing Association (MMSZ) focused on the practical aspects of sustainability. This article is available...
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Faster, greener, smarter – today’s minimum requirements in FMCG transport
Inflation, driver shortage, stricter regulations and sustainability expectations are all shaping the domestic transport market. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/8-9. Digital, green and flexible “The...
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MNB: qualified corporate loans can now be applied for at four banks
K&H Bank is now offering new, preferential corporate loans, following those of OTP Bank, Erste Bank and MBH Bank, the Hungarian National Bank (MNB) told MTI on Monday. The central...
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There is development potential in domestic table grape production
It tolerates weather conditions somewhat better than other horticultural crops, and its consumption is also increasing. According to the overview of the National Chamber of Agriculture and the Hungarian Fruit...
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Couriers protest over deteriorating working conditions
Food delivery workers are preparing to protest again in Budapest on September 18. According to the League of Couriers (FL), delivery work has become a “fight for the hungry” in...
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Experts say phytoplasma and market changes are the most urgent challenges in winemaking
The spread of phytoplasma plant disease and changes in market demands are the most urgent challenges facing winemaking in Hungary, experts said on Monday at a press conference held in...
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Mol Petrochemicals tested a circular raw material in Tiszaújváros
Circular feedstock was used at Mol Petrolkémia’s Tiszaújváros site, and the first trial production was successfully completed, the company told MTI on Monday. The trial production proves that Mol is...
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Hungarian SMEs can now apply for the purchase of occupational safety equipment in all regions
From September 15, SMEs in all regions can apply for tools to strengthen occupational safety, announced Sándor Czomba, State Secretary for Employment Policy at the Ministry of National Economy, in...
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Hungarian SMEs calculate with a deteriorating financial situation
The K&H SME confidence index, which gives an overview of the mood and economic expectations of the Hungarian SME sector, has fallen again, according to data from the second quarter...
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FECSO: industry dialogue for sustainable packaging
Held on 4 June 2025 in the Community House in Pasarét, the first Sustainable Packaging Forum launched a professional dialogue on the future of sustainable packaging and opportunities for industry...
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Phytoplasma and market changes are the most pressing challenges in winemaking, according to experts
In Hungary, too, the spread of phytoplasma plant disease and changing market demands are the most urgent challenges facing the wine industry – experts stressed at a press conference held...
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The Hungarian M&A market remains buoyant
The Hungarian M&A market remains buoyant, with the IT sector and the manufacturing industry being the most attractive investment targets in the first half of the year, according to a...
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A third of Hungarians cannot call a reliable professional in case of a home emergency
A third of Hungarians cannot turn to an established, reliable professional in the event of a technical problem at home or other unexpected repair or installation situation. While almost half...
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Race against time
Besides inflation, rising costs and labour shortage, changing consumer habits also pose a challenge to the Hungarian logistics sector. Due to the growth of online orders, the demand for express...
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Ministry of Agriculture: Hungary regains freedom from foot-and-mouth disease
Hungary has successfully curbed foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) thanks to the government’s measures, as a result of which the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has restored Hungary’s official free status...
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Serious product shortages can be expected
Europe is facing a serious shortage of medicines in the autumn-winter season. Antibiotics for children, asthma drugs and drugs for treating mental illnesses are particularly affected, experts warn. The shelves...
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The future is already the present – employer branding in the spirit of sustainability
Employer branding is no longer just an HR tool, but a strategic factor, according to the third Employer Branding Conference, held on 3 June 2025. This article is available for...
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AM: Hungary is at the forefront of agricultural digitalization
The Hungarian agricultural sector is at the forefront of innovation and digitalization, as data-driven production, precision farming, robotics and weather-resistant production are now an integral part of the domestic agriculture...
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Budapest Coffee Week: the capital’s specialty coffee culture in the spotlight for a week
Between September 22 and 28, coffee enthusiasts and the profession will take center stage in Budapest: Budapest Coffee Week will be held, showcasing the capital’s specialty coffee culture and gastronomic...
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Nestlé And Lactalis Announce Major Investments In Brazil
Nestlé Brasil plans to invest BRL 1 billion (€157 million) by 2028 to upgrade and expand its instant coffee factory in Araras, state of São Paulo. This investment, the...
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Consumer demand for table grapes is growing significantly
There is development potential in domestic table grape production. It tolerates weather effects somewhat better than other horticultural crops, and its consumption is also increasing. According to the overview of...
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PwC: Average holiday spend set to drop 5% this year — biggest decline in five years
Cost concerns will be front and center this holiday season as many shoppers — particularly those belonging to Gen Z — pull back their spending amid economic uncertainty and rising...
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SPAR Netherlands expands convenience offering with smart parcel lockers
SPAR Netherlands is enhancing its convenience proposition with the rollout of smart parcel lockers at an increasing number of stores across the country. In partnership with DHL, DPD, and Vinted...
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Shrinking candy bars: smaller packages await customers this Christmas
This holiday season, shoppers will find smaller package sizes for several well-known Christmas candy brands on store shelves. The shrinkage is mainly due to the rising global prices of cocoa...
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A national consumer protection audit has been launched on redemption fees
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) has launched a nationwide thematic investigation to monitor consumer protection practices in traditional and e-commerce from a sustainability perspective: the primary objective...
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KSH: industrial production decreased by 1.0 percent in July compared to the same period of the previous year, and expanded by 2.0 percent compared to the previous month
In July 2025, the volume of industrial production fell by 1.0 percent from a year earlier. The index adjusted for working days is the same as the unadjusted one, the...
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Inflation accelerated in Germany in August
Annual inflation in Germany accelerated in August, but slowed on a monthly basis, according to final figures released by the German Federal Statistical Office, Destatis, on Friday. In August, consumer...
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Training and innovation: Széchenyi István University establishes joint venture with Agrofert Hungária
Széchenyi István University, Uni Inno Zrt. and Agrofert Hungária Kft. recently signed a cooperation agreement, which aims to launch a joint venture, develop the external department of the Bábolna Campus,...
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