Events
Polish wholesale onion market: prices at a permanent low, no quick turnaround expected due to import pressure
The price of red onions in the Polish wholesale did not move from the lowest point either markets: after a price decline since the beginning of the season, there was...
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Basmati jam in India: 400,000 tons of rice stuck in ports and on the road, Middle East deals halted
About 400,000 tonnes of Indian basmati rice are being wasted in Indian ports and in transit after the risk and cost of shipping to the region rose sharply due to...
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We have the Sports Marketing Ambassador of the Year for 2026
On March 4, at the Digital Forum, the Sportmarketing Diamond Awards, founded by the Sportmarketing Section of the Hungarian Marketing Association, were presented. The thematic marketing award honors the most...
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European Commission: cosmetics continue to top the list of dangerous non-food products
The EU Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products received the most notifications last year for cosmetic products and toys, and cosmetics also topped the list of Hungarian alerts, followed...
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Shape the future, in other words: build a brand!
Today one important element of conscious brand building can be the consistent communication of Hungarian origin, especially at a time when consumer decisions are both more rational and emotionally charged...
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Spring brought an increase in the price of business invoices
Erste will increase the fees for corporate bank accounts with effect from May 5, 2026, with the annual inflation rate of 4.4 percent last year published by the Central Statistical...
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Labor force: number of job seekers at historic low
According to data from the National Employment Service, the number of registered job seekers in February 2026 was 225,994, which is a decrease of more than 6,000 compared to the...
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MKIK seeks partnerships with businesses and government
The Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MKIK) strives for partnerships with both businesses and the government, because the country’s development can only be guided by cooperation, the organization’s president...
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MME calls attention to the protection of hedgehogs during spring gardening
The Hungarian Ornithological and Nature Conservation Association (MME) is calling attention to the protection of hedgehogs hiding under piles of leaves during spring gardening. According to the MME’s announcement on...
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Rising oil and gas prices could increase inflationary pressures in energy-importing countries, including Hungary
The US and Israeli military operation against Iran began on February 28, 2026, and immediately increased risk aversion in global markets. Brent oil prices rose significantly in the first sessions...
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Mars To Allocate $85m For New Philanthropic Fund
Candy and snack giant Mars, Incorporated has introduced its Mars Impact Fund, committing an initial allocation of $85 million (€73.3 million) from 2025 to 2027. The enterprise level fund is...
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The consortium of Neocons Zrt. and CodeYard Kft. is developing business and production support software supported by artificial intelligence
The consortium of Neocons Zrt. and CodeYard Kft. is developing business and production support software based on predictive analytics, supported by artificial intelligence – Neocons Zrt. told MTI. According to...
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Private Label Share Consolidates Its Strong Position in Europe
The private label share across 17 countries in Europe is growing according to the data of NielsenIQ. The share grew to 38.8% based on MAT W52 2025 (+0.33%pnt versus MAT...
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Aldi Nord Expands European Footprint With Opening Of 5,555th Store
Aldi Nord has opened its 5,555th store, marking a new milestone as it strengthens its European footprint. The new store, located in Mijas, Spain, is also the discounter’s 500th store...
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Agrometeorology: the soil near the surface dries out a lot in sunny, dry weather
The soil near the surface dries out more and more in sunny, dry weather, and the deeper layers in the Great Plain did not fill up with moisture in a...
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MBH Analysis Center: The Hungarian economy may accelerate again in 2026, but the Iranian war carries serious risks
In parallel with the strengthening of external demand, the growth of the Hungarian economy may accelerate in 2026: the revival of consumption and the start of production of new industrial...
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Focus on the domestic fishing sector at SIRHA Budapest
The “Kapj rá!” campaign to encourage fish consumption continues with exhibition appearances, roadshow stations and tastings. A press conference was held at the SIRHA Budapest international food and HoReCa exhibition...
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Cultured beer consumption is at the forefront: quality and shared experience
Beer consumption habits are changing throughout Europe, and this trend was clearly evident in Hungary last year. Consumers are choosing more and more consciously: quality and experience come to the...
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The 2026 Jedlik Ányos Awards have been presented
One of the most prestigious awards of the Hungarian Intellectual Property Office (HIO), the Jedlik Ányos Award, was presented at the Museum of Fine Arts in recognition of outstandingly successful...
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Where wheat turns into flour and data: this is how the domestic milling industry is digitizing
Grain processing has quietly become a significantly digitalized industry in Hungary, but the process only works if the network can keep up. When we examine the path of nearly a...
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Eurozone economic growth accelerated in February
After two months of slowdown, economic growth in the euro area accelerated in February, according to the final figures of the joint purchasing managers’ index (BMI) published on Wednesday by...
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KSH: The foreign trade surplus in services was 3.1 billion euros in the fourth quarter of last year
In the fourth quarter of 2025, exports of services in euros increased by 7.6 percent and imports by 3.6 percent compared to the same period of the previous year. The...
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High-protein products are taking over
In recent years the market for high-protein foods has expanded dramatically in Hungary, driven by the spread of health-conscious nutrition and active lifestyles. This article is available for reading in...
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SimplePay’s integrated operating model opens a new era in hospitality
SimplePay’s new solution organizes the entire service operation in catering establishments into an integrated system, from order taking to payment to administration. The aim of the product introduction is to...
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Bouquet or potted plant? This is how flower buying habits are changing on Women’s Day
Flowers are still the most popular Women’s Day gift, but six out of ten women are more happy with a potted, live plant than a cut flower – this is...
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AI has left the chat window: in 2026 it will be booking, shopping and making decisions for us
Artificial intelligence has reached a new level: in 2026, agentic AI models will replace traditional, static “question-and-answer” based chatbots. Technology is not only transforming marketing and customer service, but also...
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Awareness and caution are the defense against the increasingly sophisticated methods of online fraudsters
As online marketplaces develop, perpetrators of abuse are also turning to increasingly sophisticated tools, including artificial intelligence. Although the number of threats is increasing, with some caution and the use...
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Horseradish export volume has fallen, but its value has increased in 2025
The EU’s horseradish production is around 24-25 thousand tons per year. Half of the total EU horseradish supply is provided by the Hungarian crop. In addition to Hungary, horseradish is...
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EM: minden eddiginél több zöld teherautó állt forgalomba februárban
The past month brought another record-breaking decision in the expansion of the domestic environmentally friendly fleet, with 324 trucks receiving green license plates, beating the previous record by one from...
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Short wash cycle, long-lasting effect
Retail demand for household cleaning products – including detergents – in Hungary remained stable overall in 2024-2025, with slight growth. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2026/02-03...
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