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School milk, milky cocoa, 40-penny croissant – Picture of the day
Advertisement from the 70s,...
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Eggshell-Free World – Video of the Day
If not with the routine of the pros, then with this handy little tool – here is proof that you can crack a raw egg or peel a boiled one...
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GEN Z Report: how is Generation Z shaping the FMCG market?
Diversum, Quantum Digital Diákszövetkezet, Krisztián Steigervald (SteiGen) and PwC have joined forces to publish the Gen Z Report, Hungary’s most comprehensive research on Generation Z so far. This article is...
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New times, old age
In Europe ageing shoppers are a driving force on the FMCG market. Examples include Belgium, where the share of people aged 65+ in FMCG sales increased from 21% to 30%...
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Trendy family-sized ice creams
Last year the long summer – which lasted until September – brought a big increase in demand for ice cream, especially for family-sized products. This article is available for reading...
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Supply chain: AI is less effective in the front line
According to recent data from Gartner, generative AI is increasing the productivity of supply chain office workers, but is less effective at the team level and in the front line....
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Euromonitor International 2025: key trends in the beauty industry
According to Euromonitor International’s 2025 research, the global value of the beauty and personal care industry reached USD 614.4bn in 2024, which was an increase of USD 45.3bn compared to...
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Fidelity: 2025 isn’t the year of AI yet
At the moment AI is more of a buzzword than a real profit driver, but the technology could improve the financial results of companies this year, according to the Fidelity...
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Mercadona promotes healthy eating
As part of its commitment to healthy eating, Spanish retail chain Mercadona updated the labels of more than 500 products in 2024 and plans to update 2,500 more in 2025...
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Cora to close all Belgian stores by 2026
Hypermarket chain Cora is going to close all seven of its stores in Belgium by the beginning of 2026, putting nearly 1,800 jobs at risk. This article is available for...
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Márton Nagy: there is a high chance that the margin reduction will be maintained
There is a high chance that the margin reduction measure will not be implemented after May 31, and it is expected that it will also be extended to household goods,...
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In addition to Hungarians, Slovak millers also reject insects in food
The Slovak Milling Industry Association has joined the initiative of domestic bakers and clearly rejected the use of insects in flour and bakery products, Infostart reported. Despite the fact that...
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New EU guidelines help prepare for the application of the EUDR
The European Commission has published new guidance and frequently asked questions to support the practical application of the EU Regulation on the marketing of deforestation-free products (EUDR). The aim of...
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ALDI is also prepared for the Lake Balaton season: 100 new jobs and longer opening hours
ALDI is preparing for the tourist season around Lake Balaton with special attention this summer. The company is creating 100 new seasonal jobs in its stores in the region, with...
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Customers can get advice from an expert
Lidl Hungary is taking another step towards further popularizing and promoting responsible pet ownership: in collaboration with a veterinary expert, it is sharing tips and advice on healthy pet nutrition...
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Lightning-fast washing without compromise – Coccolino Wonder Wash has arrived
Unilever’s latest innovation, Coccolino Wonder Wash, is a new generation washing gel that is ideal for even 15-minute, low-temperature wash programs, tailored to the needs of modern households. The new...
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This is how PENNY’s opening hours will be on May 1st
PENNY stores will be closed on May 1st, and will be open as usual on the rest of the week. It is worth planning ahead and getting your weekend grilling...
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E-receipt: Számlázz.hu has launched an information site to help businesses
A new life begins for tens of thousands of entrepreneurs: the regulation concerning e-cash registers came into force on April 1st. Based on the regulation, Számlázz.hu, which serves 800 thousand...
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Knowledge leads to career – SPAR at the forefront of dual training
For years, SPAR has been an active supporter of the largest and most prestigious event in Hungarian vocational training, the Szakma Sztár Festival, which will be organized by the Hungarian...
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One beer, countless stories: Soproni has been connecting for 130 years
“The greater the daily rush, the more important it is to feel that we are not alone” – says the new advertisement of Soproni, which is celebrating its 130th anniversary....
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The favorite cake of Hungarians is dobostorta
Whether homemade or store-bought, cakes play an important role in family and community events. According to TV Paprika’s survey*, seven out of ten Hungarians bake cakes, and most of them...
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MediaMarkt: Gadgets gathering dust in Hungarian drawers could be worth hundreds of thousands
The amount of unused electronic devices accumulated in Hungarian households is alarmingly high, according to a recent, nationally representative study commissioned by MediaMarkt. While we typically replace mobile phones only...
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Hungarian beekeeping in serious crisis: the population has halved, there will also be less acacia honey
More than half of the domestic bee population died in the winter, and the April frosts also destroyed the crops of two-thirds of the Hungarian acacia forests, according to the...
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The dark side of AI – who will stop the spread of deepfake?
Deepfakes, or fake images, videos, and audio generated by artificial intelligence, are a growing problem online. As technology advances, it becomes increasingly difficult to distinguish between real and artificial content,...
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Stable labor market awaits the effects of tariffs
In March, the number of employed persons among the working-age population aged 15-74 was 4 million 701 thousand, which is more than 18 thousand people higher than the February level,...
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MKIK Vice President: Economic challenges must be turned into opportunities
The role of the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MKIK) is to turn economic challenges into opportunities for entrepreneurs, said the Vice President of MKIK at the opening ceremony...
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GKI Analysis: Has competitiveness taken precedence over sustainability in the EU?
The European Union’s sustainability (ESG) objectives have been a high priority in recent years. The aim of sustainability regulations is to ensure that companies take environmental and social impacts into...
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Domestic superfoods for health and sustainability
People eat more and more exotic “superfoods”, but from a sustainability and dietetic point of view it is better to choose domestic alternatives, says the Hungarian Dietetic Association (MDOSZ). This...
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Portugieser Summit: The anniversary winners are here
On April 23, the 10th edition of the international competition for wines made from the Portugieser grape variety was held, with entries arriving from 5 countries. The international jury evaluated...
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Munch and SPAR save more than 1.1 million food packages
Since 2022 SPAR Magyarország has sold more than 1.1 million food packages with a discount through the Munch app. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/5. Packages...
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