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FMCG Drives Online Retail Growth In Germany, Study Finds
B2C online retail is expected to grow in Germany in 2025, with the FMCG sector emerging as the key driver, according to the latest data from retail research institute IFH....
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Milk market tensions: the Minister of Agriculture posted about the government’s steps
The situation of domestic dairy farmers has been deteriorating for months: they are not receiving the milk they produce from some farms, and in others they are faced with purchase...
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Protected sterlet named fish of the year 2026 in Hungary
The Hungarian Ichthyological Society has selected the protected sterlet (Acipenser ruthenus) as “Fish of the Year 2026.” In the public vote, which closed at noon on December 31, a total...
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More than 109,000 products bear the EU Ecolabel
The EU Ecolabel has reached a historic milestone: 109,096 products across Europe now carry the logo under 3,384 licenses – never before has such a wide range of green products...
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Shop! Ideation – conference and challenge
The Shop! Ideation conference is a joint event organised by the Shop! Association and the IRDC (Industries Research and Development Council, USA), which was held in Providence (USA) on 20-21...
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Another tobacco price increase came into effect at the beginning of 2026
Retail prices of tobacco products in Hungary have increased again since January 2026. The Hungarian Regulatory Authority (SZTFH) published the latest price lists on December 31, according to which the...
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Sugar tax back on the agenda in Germany – health and economic arguments in favor of its introduction
The issue of sugar tax has come to the fore again in Germany, after the Prime Minister of Schleswig-Holstein, Daniel Günther, publicly initiated the introduction of a nationwide tax on...
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Visit Hungary places greater emphasis on sustainable tourism – Sustainia Roadshow launched
Visit Hungary has set a goal of strengthening sustainable tourism in 2025 – the sector is estimated to be responsible for around 8–9% of global greenhouse gas emissions, while the...
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The digital ecosystem is transforming: AI is coming alongside search, not replacing it
According to the recent annual report of Similarweb – one of the world’s leading digital traffic analytics companies – generative artificial intelligence has become a basic layer of digital life...
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Hemp is emerging as a new “superfood”: interest in hemp seeds and hemp-based products is growing
Hemp is experiencing a renaissance: while it was previously primarily a fiber plant, its nutritional use (hemp seeds, hemp seed oil, hemp flour) and CBD-containing extracts are now increasingly the...
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The first Hungarian IT teacher would be 110 years old on January 2: Mihály Kovács taught computer science before PCs
On the 110th anniversary of the birth of Piarist monk Mihály Kovács, the Hungarian Province of the Piarist Order, the János Neumann Computer Science Society and the Doctoral School of...
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The Temu model is at a turning point: extra-cheap online imports may become more expensive from 2026
The Chinese-owned Temu has quickly become a dominant player in the Hungarian e-commerce market: the platform, which relies on aggressive pricing and intensive marketing, has captured around 10 percent of...
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Experience, timing, awareness: a new travel logic is emerging towards 2026
The post-Covid era has not simply brought back the desire to travel, but has fundamentally transformed the way people travel. The logic of “see as many sights as possible in...
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The Ministry of Agriculture will continue to support farmers’ awareness in 2026
The Ministry of Agriculture will continue to support farmers’ awareness in 2026 with as many tools as possible, the Minister of Agriculture announced on his Facebook page on Friday. According...
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The era of cheap coffee may be over
The world market price of coffee will be at a near-record level in 2025, and according to market analysts, the chance of the market returning to its previous, low price...
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Jim Beam’s Kentucky plant suspends production
The maker of Jim Beam bourbon whiskey is temporarily halting production at its main distillery in Kentucky, the company, which is part of the Japanese-owned Suntory Global Spirits group, confirmed....
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Crisis-Resistant Company in 2026: Why AI is the Best Insurance Against Political Cycles?
When a corporate executive or utility director looks at his calendar at the beginning of 2026, he knows for sure that the months ahead will not be about calm construction....
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The Ministry of Agriculture supports farmers’ awareness with as many tools as possible in 2026
In Hungary, an agricultural risk management system that is unique in Europe helps farmers mitigate unpredictable climate damage. In addition to farmers’ self-care, the government supports them with many tools;...
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AM: We owe farmers gratitude and thanks for their work
We owe farmers gratitude and thanks for their work – the Ministry of Agriculture (AM) told MTI on Tuesday, quoting the Minister of Agriculture, who explained: the Ministry of Agriculture...
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Tax and administrative burdens for farmers to be reduced from January 1
A number of relief measures adopted by the government to reduce the tax and administrative burdens of agricultural actors have come into effect since the beginning of the year. Thanks...
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New Year’s Eve: shortened opening hours in stores – general store closure on January 1
Opening hours vary greatly from chain to chain on December 31st, with many stores closing earlier than usual. Stores are typically closed on January 1st. The year 2026 will start...
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Tejföl is only a name for live flora: new categories for sour dairy products will be introduced from 2026
From January 1, 2026 (three days after promulgation), a regulatory change may take effect that clarifies what the name “sour cream” (tejföl) can mean on the Hungarian market. Under the...
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Sausage prices before New Year’s Eve: cheap entry, expensive premium – how big is the gap on the shelves?
On New Year’s Eve, demand for frankfurters rises sharply, and this period highlights just how split the category has become: between lower-priced products—typically private-label and poultry-based—and premium, higher-meat, pork-based frankfurters,...
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Hungarian wine industry in danger
The year 2025 will not simply remain a difficult season in the Hungarian grape and wine sector, but also a warning: while climate risks (primarily drought) make production increasingly unpredictable,...
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New Year’s Eve: fireworks sales near record high, imports still heavily dependent on China
The German pyrotechnics market is once again ending the year with a strong year-end boom: according to industry expectations, New Year’s Eve sales could increase by 10–15% compared to 2024,...
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PENNY announces dairy product price hike
PENNY is freezing the prices of nearly 70 popular dairy products in January. This way, customers can start the new year with extra savings in addition to the usual budget-friendly...
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Inditex: Zara group may close 100+ stores worldwide, focus on larger, more techy stores
The Inditex group (Zara) is significantly reorganizing its retail network worldwide, and in parallel with the closure of less profitable units, it is directing its investments into larger, more modern...
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How to prepare for the holidays with your four-legged friend
The holiday season is not only exciting for us, but also for our special four-legged companions. The hustle and bustle of Christmas, the crowds of guests, the trips, and the...
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Jim Beam: main distillery to shut down for a year – record number of barrels, bourbon market losing momentum
Effective January 1, 2026, Jim Beam will suspend bourbon brewing at its main distillery in Clermont, Kentucky for at least one year. The brand, owned by Suntory Global Spirits, is...
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Same basket, different purchasing power: Lidl price test highlights European differences
In Europe, not only do food prices vary dramatically from country to country, but also how much the same basic basket “hurts” compared to local wages – a comparison conducted...
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