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Aldi Nord consolidates logistics and sales structures

After years of cost savings the discounter eyes international expansion push Aldi Nord in Germany wants to further simplify its sales structures and optimize the supply of its stores. By...

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Hungary achieved the highest investment record of all time – with a focus on related real estate developments

From the point of view of the inflow of foreign working capital, Hungary focuses on presenting the most significant industrial and logistics real estate developments at the world’s number one...

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HPAI vaccine bank at the service of epidemic prevention

The National Food Chain Safety Office established an HPAI vaccine bank in cooperation with Ceva-Phylaxia Zrt. The highly pathogenic avian influenza virus vaccine produced by Ceva has been granted a temporary...

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GKI: Hungary has been in the EU for 20 years: how has the population’s consumption changed?

On May 1, 2004, ten new states joined the European Union, including Hungary. In our series of articles, we use one indicator to explore how the situation of our country...

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Kraft Singles rolls out new sliced cheese flavours for the first time in nearly a decade

Kraft Singles is launching three new flavours of its popular cheese range – jalapeño, garlic and herb and caramelised onion – for the first time in nearly a decade. Previously...

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I Like It Fresh Vegetable Dip Snacks

I Like It Fresh Vegetable Dip Snacks are made using second-grade vegetables, by which we rescue valuable food ingredients. We exclusively use home-grown produce when Hungarian vegetables are in season....

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XIBU sanitary BIN

Hagleitner has added a new product to its XIBU dispenser line, the XIBU sanitary BIN. The hygienic waste bin offers a stable and discreet solution: there are no unpleasant odours,...

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Although their economic optimism has doubled, nearly half of CEOs say change is needed

According to the 27th Annual Global CEO Survey, recently published by PwC in Davos, CEOs’ expectations of an economic downturn have dropped to 45% from a record 73% in last...

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Joint Venture Association awards presented to the winner companies

On 3 February the Joint Venture Association (JVSZ) held the third edition of its prestigious “Companies for the Future Award” gala event, with nearly 300 business leaders in attendance. JVSZ...

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PwC paves the way for AI technology with Harvey

Harvey is built on OpenAI and ChatGPT technology and is backed by the OpenAI Startup Fund. The platform uses natural language processing, machine learning and data analytics to automate and...

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A successful year for the SPAR online store: already more than 200,000 users

The number of customers in SPAR’s online shop, which offers 13,000 products, has increased to more than 200,000 in five years. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...

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Agri-businesses have high hopes for 2024

Agricultural businesses are once again positive about the future, according to the latest 4th quarter results of the K&H agriculture index. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/2-3...

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Only alternative, organic and free-range eggs sold in four SPAR stores

From the end of January 2024, on a trial basis four SPAR stores in Budapest sell only alternative, organic and free-range eggs, excluding cage eggs from the assortment. SPAR has...

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Recycling a type of waste that has been buried until now

Hamburger Recycling Hungary Kft. is putting special machinery into operation in Lőrinci. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/2-3 The technology makes it possible to recycle industrial...

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SPAR Magyarország switches to environmentally friendly containers

SPAR Magyarország is introducing a new type of reusable transport container in its fruit and vegetable departments in 2024. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/2-3 IFCO...

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BMI: moderate slowdown in January

In January the seasonally adjusted Purchasing Manager Index (BMI) stood at 49.9. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/2-3 Respondents reported a slowdown and a trend similar...

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GVH proposes a multilevel sustainability labelling system

Green advertising messages are often unclear and confusing, and a significant proportion of consumers aren’t aware of the exact content and meaning of certain claims and labels – these are...

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The solvency of Hungarians may slowly return to pre-war levels

In the last quarter of 2023 the solvency of Hungarians continued to increase, following the annual trend – according to research by Intrum and GKI. This article is available for...

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VOSZ Barometer: purchasing power drop shocked SMEs in 2023

According to data from the fourth quarter, the VOSZ Barometer Index (a survey commissioned by the National Association of Entrepreneurs and Employers (VOSZ) and conducted and by the Equilibrium Institute)...

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Innovation and inspiration

Promising a new level of collaboration and in-store experience, the Shop! MarketPlace trade show will take place on 9-11 April. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/2-3...

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New elements and top fines in GVH’s practice

Several competition law and consumer protection topics have been discussed at the business breakfast of Schönherr Hetényi Law Firm. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/2-3 Attorneys...

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Price Monitor now reports the daily prices in 78 product categories

In mid-January, the online Price Monitor system operated by the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) was extended to another 16 product categories. This means that consumers can now compare the daily...

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New lifestyle brand in Rossmann stores

From February the nutritional supplements of Vanessa Axente are available in Rossmann Magyarország stores. The internationally renowned Hungarian fashion model has entered the dietary supplement market with her lifestyle brand...

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New CEO at eMAG Magyarország

Kinga Daradics is the new CEO of eMAG Magyarország. Ms Daradics studied at Harvard Business School, Thunderbird Arizona, the University of Sheffield and Corvinus University. She was CEO of MOL...

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Seven out of ten Hungarians see fruit and vegetables as the key to a healthy diet

Consumers who pay special attention to following a healthy diet say they have become 5% more critical of red meat in a year, and there are almost no Hungarians who...

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The Association of European Retailers is waiting for a solution to the Red Sea crisis

The Association of European Retailers (Ecommerce), which unites the major store chains, called on the European Union to urgently solve the shipping crisis in the Red Sea, as it could...

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Plant-based milk drinks are missing from store shelves

The trend of plant-based foods that is spreading throughout Europe does not leave Hungary cold either, but surprisingly, not a single domestic manufacturer produces such products. The Agrárszektor asked Zombor...

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Spar is building a new supermarket in Szentendre

Spar is building a new store in Szentendre with an investment of HUF 3.6 billion. The supermarket, whose foundation stone was laid on Tuesday, is expected to open in the...

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Changes in the management of HEINEKEN Hungária

There have been several changes at HEINEKEN Hungária Zrt., where from February 1, 2024, Orsolya Mottl-Molnár will continue her career in the position of Sales Director after returning from maternity...

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The winners of the 2023 Free Chef of the Year competition have been announced

The Free Chef of the Year competition was held for the 5th time, where for the first time this year a winner was announced in both the professional and amateur...

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