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The domestic labor market remains stable
The domestic labor market remains stable, with the number of employed people fluctuating between 4.6 and 4.7 million for years – said Sándor Czomba, State Secretary for Employment Policy at...
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Századvég: the population’s assessment of their own financial situation improved in July
Hungarian households reported improved perceptions of their own financial situation, and businesses experienced a more favorable business environment – according to Századvég Economic Research Institute’s July survey, released on Tuesday...
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The discount chain is renewing the packaging of PET bottled soft drinks
Lidl Hungary is committed to optimizing the packaging of its own-brand products, and will gradually renew the bottles of its own-brand soft drinks from 2024. Thanks to its latest measure,...
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The 2nd Youth PET Cup has ended
Between 20 and 25 July 2025, the PET Cup Association held the second Youth PET Cup for secondary school students. The 11 participating teams were based in Tiszafüred and set...
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Due to the high level of interest, Green Pledge is extending its application deadline!
The application deadline for the Green Pledge has been extended until Monday, August 11. Now in its third year, the initiative rewards communication practices that place special emphasis on environmental...
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KSH: in June, the number of guests increased by 4.4 percent and guest nights by 5.1 percent compared to a year earlier
In June 2025, nearly 1.9 million guests spent 4.4 million guest nights at tourist accommodations (commercial, private, and other) in Hungary. The number of guests increased by 4.4%, and the...
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Food vouchers will be delivered to pensioners between September 1 and October 15
Between September 1 and October 15, HUF 30,000 worth of food vouchers will be delivered to pensioners – announced the Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of Culture and Innovation...
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The 11-time Danish champion has chosen a Hungarian professional partner: BioTechUSA and Brøndby IF enter into cooperation
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) inspected beaches and ice cream parlors, and 953 kilograms of food were withdrawn from circulation, and 11 catering establishments were temporarily closed,...
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Specialty coffee: a new wave in the cup
After crude oil, coffee is the second most traded product in the world – and it’s not just a source of caffeine, but a part of our everyday social life....
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Shell Hungary x Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% – Box Street Experience Week
Motorsport and premium brand enthusiasts can once again embark on a special journey during the Hungarian Grand Prix week: thanks to the collaboration between Shell Hungary and Peroni Nastro Azzurro...
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New leader at the helm of Yettel Brand and Marketing Communications Directorate
Hamza Kata will join Yettel Hungary as Head of Brand and Marketing Communications on September 1, 2025. Hamza Kata started her career in organizing experiences and festivals for young people,...
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St. Andrea Vineyards was named Winery of the Year in Hungary
Hungarian wineries work with faith, perseverance, loyalty, and keep up with changes in technology and consumer habits, and thanks to this, Hungarian wine has been able to further strengthen its...
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Big Mac on the dividend: what to do with McDonald’s stock?
Buy or just eat? This is the question that is currently on the minds of investors who are examining McDonald’s shares in a volatile market environment. Demand for hamburgers remains...
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Lake Balaton is a treasure as a drinking water base
Lake Balaton as a drinking water base is a treasure on which the daily quality of life of tens of thousands of people is built, and therefore it must be...
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Drought anxiety in agriculture: corn, potatoes and apples are most at risk
This summer’s drought is already making its mark on Hungarian agriculture – the yields of maize, potatoes and apples are most at risk of significant decline. Experts from the HUN-REN...
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Yield expectations in major maize producing member countries are falling
The International Grains Council (IGC) projects a global maize harvest of 1,276 million tonnes in the 2025/2026 marketing year, 4 percent higher than in the 2024/2025 marketing year. Utilization is...
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The Consumer Protection Authority inspected beaches and ice cream parlors
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) inspected beaches and ice cream parlors, and 953 kilograms of food were withdrawn from circulation, and 11 catering establishments were temporarily closed,...
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Producers and processors fight in the county factories: Polish prices have fallen to a record low
At the end of July, a significant price drop shook the Polish sour cherry market: the purchase price of fruit intended for freezing fell from 800 forints to 605–700 forints...
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Significant congestion has developed in the largest ports: delays are expected, but no shortage of goods is expected
Global logistical challenges, multi-day congestions are causing problems in many major ports. In addition, the tariff war and the conflict in the Middle East continue to create both unpredictability and...
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St. Andrea Vineyard is the Winery of the Year in Hungary
Hungarian wineries work with faith, perseverance, and loyalty, keeping pace with changes in technology and consumer habits, and thanks to this, Hungarian wine has been able to further strengthen its...
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Nébih helps detect quarantine pests with trapping
Early detection of the presence of priority quarantine pests is extremely important for domestic agriculture and flora, as it is key to preventing their spread. In order to ensure effective...
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OTP Bank was the first to introduce DÁP identification in the Hungarian banking sector
OTP Bank is the first among Hungarian banks to integrate the Digital Citizenship Program (DÁP) identification service into its web applications – the bank announced in a statement to MTI...
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“High risk of illegal products on Temu”
Chinese online marketplace Temu is not doing enough to tackle the sale of illegal products on its platform, is the preliminary conclusion of an investigation by the European Commission. Baby...
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Wine prices rose in the first half of 2025
According to AKI PÁIR data, the selling price of wines produced and sold domestically without geographical indications and those with protected geographical indications increased by 18 percent to almost 35...
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Authorities designate high-risk ASF area in Baranya County
The African swine fever epidemic situation in Croatia continues to worsen, so the animal health authority has decided to establish a high-risk area in Baranya County, near the Hungarian border....
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Procter & Gamble Appoints Shailesh Jejurikar As CEO
Consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) has announced the appointment of Shailesh Jejurikar as its new chief executive officer, effective 1 January 2026. The board of P&G has also...
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Tesco rolls out fresh produce campaign
Supermarket chain Tesco is doubling down on its commitment to encouraging better nutrition by launching an initiative to help families access more fruit and vegetables easily. The new plan comes...
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4+1 tips for the best garden party of the summer season
A summer evening spent with friends on the terrace or in the garden can easily become the highlight of the season. With just a few thoughtful additions, the entire experience...
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HUN-REN: This year’s drought may mainly affect the yield of corn, potatoes and apples
This year’s drought may mainly affect the yield of corn, potatoes and apples – the HUN-REN Agricultural Research Center drew attention on Monday. In their statement, they emphasized: according to...
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Five major trends shaping the future of global business service centers
Leading global business services providers are responding to the challenges of a rapidly changing business environment with comprehensive digital strategies, the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), and global talent...
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